Student Teaching in Belize
You’ll experience a remarkable teaching experience in the tropics of Central America where you will teach in parochial and government schools. Classes are taught in English, however the curricula are locally-developed. The country is filled with cultural diversity and many residents speak Creole in addition to English.
Cost and program details: 8 weeks student teaching locally followed by 8 weeks in Belize during the Fall semester only. Food and travel will be your primary expenses. A developing country, students will be exposed to unique experiences in under-resourced classrooms.
Opportunities: In every direction students will find a variety of cultural experiences. To the east is the Caribbean while to the south and west are Mayan and Incan ruins, caves and jungles.
Currency:
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Weather: Hot and humid with frequent tropical showers.
Cost Comparison:
| Expenses | Oxford Campus | Belize |
|---|---|---|
| Register for: 15 hours undergraduate/12 hours graduate | Regular tuition | Tuition plus $1200 fee for student teaching abroad |
| Housing | $500-800 range | Approx. $150 USD/week with host families |
| Flight/transportation to and from Oxford | Varies per student | $800-$1000 round trip |
| Travel while abroad | Varies per student but approximately $500-$800/month | |
| Food/meal plan | Depends on meal plan- approx. $2500/ semester | Most students report approximately $1000/semester |
| Clothing/dress code | Business casual | Business casual |
| Teaching supplies | Minimal- per student choice | School supplies are exceptionally limited in Belize. |
| Insurance/health care | Parent's health plan or student health insurance | HTH International Student Insurance- Approx. $10.50/week |
| Passport/Visa | None | $100- Passport |
| Medical | Tetanus shot, other shots as needed | Check with Student Health Services re. tropical travel |