Study Away in Utah in 2027
SF in Utah
Tentative travel dates: May 12 - 26, 2027
Program Overview
Spend two weeks exploring some of Utah’s and the American West’s most iconic landscapes. From the Great Salt Lake and the Basin and Range Province to the cliffs and canyons of the Colorado Plateau, you’ll travel through more than 1.8 billion years of Earth history while visiting some of the most spectacular geologic destinations in the West.
From the Great Salt Lake and the deserts of the Basin and Range Province to the dramatic cliffs and canyons of the Colorado Plateau, this faculty-led Study Away experience brings the natural sciences to life through field-based learning, exploration, and discovery. All students are welcome to apply.
Program Details
| Program Dates | May 12, 2027 - May 26, 2027 (tentative) |
|---|---|
| Term | Summer A 2027 |
| Location | Utah and the American West |
| Program Type | Faculty-led Study Away |
| Cost | $3,300 including flight |
| What’s included | Housing, activities, flights, program transportation, and meals |
Program cost
$3,300 including flight
Cost & Funding
The program fee includes housing, activities, flights, program transportation, and meals.
Santa Fe College offers several study abroad and away scholarships. Visit the Financial Aid and Scholarships for Study Abroad page to learn more.
Courses
- GLY 2010: Introduction to Geology (3 credits)
- GLY 2010: Introduction to Geology Lab (1 credit)
- Special Topic (1 credit)
Activities
Students will learn through hands-on observations and interpretations, field activities, and gain practical experience in real-world settings. Pre- and post-trip planning, academic meetings, and assignments will prepare students for travel and ensure a complete, well-rounded learning experience.
Field destinations include Great Basin National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, and many other world-class geologic sites.
Collect Cambrian trilobite fossils from the Wheeler Shale, explore caves and lava tubes, examine dinosaur tracks and petroglyphs, and experience Utah’s diverse geology, landscapes, and cultural history.
Program Leader
Professor Melanie Roberti
melanie.roberti@sfcollege.edu
