Maya Exploration Center: Education Through Exploration
Study Abroad
SHORT COURSES
MEC offers intensive study abroad short courses for college students that last 1 - 2 weeks. Come join us to learn about Maya art, architecture, science and culture while traveling through ancient ruins.
Upcoming Courses
The course dates can be chosen to coincide with college Christmas, spring and summer breaks. Choose one of our future courses or, college professors can contact us to create a special course for your group of students.
MAY 2008
Millersville - Maya Mathematics in the Yucatan

MAY 2008
St. Joesph's College - Maya Math and Schools in Quintana Roo

JUNE 2008
Millikin Univ - Inca Astronomy in Cuzco, Peru

JUNE 2008
Univ of Cincinnati - Maya Ruins and Science in Chiapas

AUGUST 2008
Sheridan School - Maya Culture and Crafts in Chiapas

OCTOBER 2008
Midland College - Maya Day of the Dead in Guatemala


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After booking a tour, the next logical question is "What to Bring?". MEC has compiled a list of items that we have found to be essential for your comfort and safety when traveling in Mesoamerica.

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