Program Overview
This immersive study abroad experience offers nursing students an opportunity to participate in the direct delivery of healthcare services to under-served populations with limited resources in San Ignacio and Succotz, Belize. Students will work alongside Belizean nurses and other healthcare team members, providing ambulatory, inpatient and in-home care to patients in a variety of clinical settings. The program also includes health and wellness visits to various villages and pediatric health education in local schools, along with several presentations about Healthcare in Belize from a member of the Belizean Ministry of Health. The trip concludes with cultural immersion on the barrier island of Caye Calker. This experience integrates clinical practice, service learning, and cultural exploration, making it a valuable opportunity for students to enhance their professional and global competencies.
Location(s)
San Ignacio, Succotz and Caye Calker, Belize
Travel Dates
Est. March 15–31, 2026
Course Information
- NURS 448: Nursing Practice Immersion
- 4 credits
- Fulfills the clinical course requirements for N448
Faculty Leader(s)
Jennifer Schmaltz, SON
Estimated Cost
Total estimated cost $4,800–5,100/student
What’s Included:
- Round-trip airfare
- Lodging
- Most meals
- On-site transportation
- Cultural excursions
- International health insurance
What’s Not Included:
- Passport fees
- Some meals
- Personal spending money
- Vaccinations (if required)
Application Deadline
Oct. 1, 2025
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Scholarships and Funding
Visit the Scholarships and Funding page for more information on scholarship eligibility and deadlines or contact Financial Aid Counselor Tyler Marshall.
Questions?
Contact Jennifer M Schmaltz at jmschmaltz@viterbo.edu or 608-796-3669. You can also contact the Viterbo Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@viterbo.edu or 608-796-3000.