Jamaica is a prime destination for college study abroad programs and alternative breaks, being a tropical island with a vibrant culture and blessed with a rich history. Rum, Reggae music, Rastafarianism, coffee, food, language and even our very way of life are some of the top reasons why Jamaica is such an ideal location for study abroad programs for college students.
While we can arrange many educational exercises for your project, we can also include service learning activities so that your students can give back, earn volunteer service hours and complete a tangible project that will benefit the lives of the less fortunate in Jamaica, while honing their sense of teamwork and utilizing their skills and knowledge.
By joining our college study abroad programs in Jamaica you will get all the perks of going to Costa Rica, Mexico or other popular tropical countries. Jamaica, however, is a much more suitable option, as we are not overcrowded like these other countries during summer and spring breaks, so your groups will get enough time to properly enjoy each activity planned.
We encourage that your group travel with 1 leader for every 10 students joining our study abroad programs for college students in Jamaica. Our packages include a full suite of support service for group leaders, including:
When planning your project, we provide you full pre-arrival support and planning that commences the moment you contact us. This includes working with you to create a unique curriculum and itinerary for your project, prepare quotes and proposals, prepare adventure packages, liaise with local partners and professors, booking all reservations and much more. We believe in making planning study abroad programs as painless and hassle-free as possible, so just focus on enrolling your students while we take care of all the heavy lifting.
These are just a few examples. We work with group leaders to customize a package that is just right for your students, and the goal of your project.
Our college study abroad programs can easily be modified to award your students with credits towards their courses, or towards completing community service hours. Our projects are all highly flexible and can be customized to best suit your group’s needs.
On the first day of your study abroad programs for college students, we will provide you with an orientation about Jamaica, Jamaica International Projects, your activities and health, and safety procedures. You will also receive your printed itineraries and cell phones for your leaders.
While in Jamaica you will be assigned a dedicated Project Advisor who will be on call to answer all of your questions, comments, and concerns. We also offer your entire group 24-hour emergency support.
Before your departure back home, we will award each member of your group with your study abroad certificate to commemorate your successful completion of our study abroad programs for college students.
We only use trained drivers, safe accommodations and arrange guided outings on our college study abroad programs
We have some of the most delicious food in the world, from jerk, curries, patties and more. We also cater for all diets and allergies
Get a first-hand look into the Jamaican culture by working with a Jamaican own and operated business and supporting brand Jamaica
Your students will learn how to speak, write and read Patois, our local dialect. You will hear it intertwined with English all around
Between our rich history, vibrant culture, stunning natural attractions, tropical marine climate, and rich nightlife, you will learn a lot
We support you and your students from the moment you contact us, while you are in Jamaica, and after you depart back home
All transfers are included in our study abroad programs for college students, including to and from the airport and all planned outings
We work with a wide range of accommodations for you to choose from, such as houses, hotels, guest houses, apartments, and more
This is the family home of our Managing Director, where you can stay with Jomo and his family. This option houses up to 10 people comfortably in dorm rooms equipped with air conditioning.
We have partnered with this 3-star hotel just outside of Kingston to accommodate our groups. They have a bar, swimming pool, spa, restaurant, marina and more, and we work with them to offer full support
College study abroad programs groups may also choose any accommodation across Jamaica, such as all-inclusive resorts, villas, dorms and more. We can take care of booking your accommodation if you desire.
Study abroad programs for college students include your daily breakfast and dinner. We cater to special dietary needs such as gluten allergies, vegans, diabetics and more.
Fly into either Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston (KIN) or Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MJB) and we will transfer you to your accommodation.
You will be transferred safely to and from your accommodation to your planned activities each day by our drivers.
For your tours, cultural field trips, and excursions, your Project Advisor will accompany you to point out important landmarks, assist you with entry into the various activities, provide you with your ticket and act as a guide. You will be transferred to and from all excursions and outings.
At the end of your college study abroad programs, we will transfer you back to the airport on time to catch your flight back home.
Our college study abroad programs have varying prices, based on the accommodation you choose, your group’s size, how long you will stay and the activities that you choose.
NB: All prices below are quoted in USD and are based per person
1 Person – $300
5 or more people – $200 per person
1 Week – $830
2 Weeks – $1,360
3 Weeks – $1,990
4 Weeks – $2,620
Extra Weeks – $630 per week
1 Week – $1,075
2 Weeks – $1,850
3 Weeks – $2,725
4 Weeks – $3,600
Extra Weeks – $875 per week
1 Week – $1,215
2 Weeks – $2,130
3 Weeks – $3,145
4 Weeks – $4,160
Extra Weeks – $1,015 per week
The prices listed above are the standard study abroad programs for college students rates using our accommodation partners. You can customize this project by adding activities, tours, adventures, cultural field trips, and customize the trip to your liking, at an additional cost.
We also have large group discounts, so if you have 10 or more students we will provide you with a special quote.
You can choose between two payment methods for our college study abroad programs:
Credit Card: For payments less than $8,000 USD, you may choose to pay with a credit card. All credit card payments will incur a 4% processing fee.
Wire Transfer: If your package is greater than $8,000 USD, you will have to pay via wire transfer. This method of payment will also incur a processing fee that you will be responsible to cover, which may vary depending on your bank of choice.
You can allow your students to either pay individually or as a group.
We spent two weeks in Jamaica alternating between painting bedrooms in JNCH and exploring Jamaica through excursions. Our food was provided by a fantastic catering company who gave us traditional Jamaica eating experience every night. Port Royal hotel was ideal for us as we could stay for the full two weeks. It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had!
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. This was a life changing experience. The children were so great. They gave me and taught me so much more than I gave them. This was one of the most satisfying trips I’ve ever done. Jomo, his mother and Dwayne were great hosts and caretakers. Jamaica and its people will forever be in my heart.
Unforgettable experience! All of you should try it. It was only my first-time volunteering and I’d love to do it again through the same Jamaica International Projects.
