From Green Mountains to the Granite Coast: Exploring the Regional Geography of Northern New England : International Affairs : Texas State University

Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
Location: Burlington, Vermont; The White Mountains, New Hampshire; Bar Harbor, Maine; Portland, Maine
Course: GEO 4310 / GEO 5308: Regional Field Studies
CRN: TBD
Program Director: Christi Townsend, ct1086@txstate.edu
Course Dates: Summer I, June 1 - July 2, 2027
Travel: June 14 - 23, 2027
Program Fee: $2,594.52
Course Tuition: UG $1,068.24 / G $1,289.58
*Financial Aid eligible

Program Itinerary

With an emphasis on experiential learning, this 10-day "Study in America" travel itinerary focuses on the regional geography of northern New England. It is designed to move from the agricultural landscapes of the Champlain Valley, through the high-alpine glacial environments of the White Mountains, to the rocky, paraglacial coastline of Maine.

*Itinerary is subject to change. Agency tours will be solidified closer to the program date.

DATE	ACTIVITIES
Monday, June 14	Travel to Burlington, Vermont
Tuesday, June 15	Guided Sustainable Farm Tour at Shelburne Farms Welcome Dinner at The Waterworks Evening walk along the Burlington Waterfront
Wednesday, June 16	Travel to the White Mountains, New Hampshire Lunch in Littleton, New Hampshire Gondola ride, Explore Glacial caves, and Observation Tower
Thursday, June 17	Mount Washington Observatory Cog Railway to Observatory Mount Washington Weather Station tour
Friday, June 18	Franconia Notch State Park Flume Gorge tour Picnic at Echo Lake Walk to the Old Man of the Mountain memorial to discuss cultural geography and landscape symbolism
Saturday, June 19	Travel to Bar Harbor, Maine Free Time
Sunday, June 20	Acadia National Park Visit Cadillac Mountain Island Explorer Shuttle to Sand Beach, Oceanside hike to Thunder Hole Picnic Lunch at Jordan Pond
Monday, June 21	Travel to Portland Visit Cape Elizabeth and the Portland Head Light/Museum
Tuesday, June 22	Walking Tour of Downtown Portland Casco Bay Cruise Free Time
Wednesday, June 23	Travel Home

Application Process

Follow these steps to enroll.

STEP 1

Complete SIA student application. Deadline is February 1, 2027.

STEP 2

Applications reviewed by Program Directors & SIA.

STEP 3

Pay $50 program deposit. Deadline is February 15, 2027.

STEP 4

Program FAQ

Open road in the White Mountains, New Hampshire

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General Information
- Who is eligible to participate in the program?
  
  All students interested in Marketing and/or Branding. Priority will be given to SJMC majors.
- Will I need to be in person at the San Marcos campus for the course?
  
  There will be an in person orientation on the San Marcos campus prior to the end of the spring semester. Instruction throughout the May term will be online.
- If I am graduating in May, can I still participate in Study in America?
  
  Yes, you can still participate. You will go through the non-degree process and will still have to pay the program fee and tuition fee.
Costs
- What is included in the program fee?
  The program fee includes:
  - Lodging
  - Uber from airport to hotel
  - All program activities
  - 1 group lunch or dinner
- What is NOT included in the program fee?
  The program fee does not include:
  - Airfare
  - All meals.
  - On-site transportation. Students are expected to purchase a metro pass upon arrival in NYC.
  - Any additional activities students participate in during program free time.
  - Course tuition.
  *Per SIA policy, airfare is purchased by the student is not refundable by the university. Students are encouraged to purchase flexible airfare or travel insurance in case of the event they are unable to travel.
- What is the program deposit?
  
  Students are required to pay a $50 nonrefundable program deposit to secure their spot in the program. The deposit is applied to the overall program fee.
- Is Study in America Financial Aid eligible?
  
  Yes, SIA programs are financial aid eligible; however, eligibility can vary by student award. Students should always confirm with TXST One Stop whether their financial aid will cover the course tuition and program fee.
Program Preparation
- Will I need to provide my transportation?
  
  Students are responsible for purchasing airfare to/from Portland. On-site transportation will be provided for program activities.
- Is there a dress code for specific visits?
  
  Fieldwork clothing appropriate for summers in Portland will be required. Students will be advised of the best gear during orientation meetings
- Will there be down time on the trip?
  
  Yes, there will be time at each site so students can enjoy these amazing environments after the gathering of data has been done.
Drop & Refund Policy
- Course Tuition Refund
  
  Refunds for a dropped extension course are given according to university policy for regular university courses on campus. Refer to the TXST One Stop for more information.
- SIA Program Fee Refund
  
  Students may receive a refund for the program fee if they drop/withdraw within the refund schedule. The program fee refund policy is separate from the refund deadlines associated with course tuition costs. See full drop/refund policy.
  Please note the course start date is not the first day of travel.