Transformative Field Ecology Experiences

Flathead Lake Biological Station, U of Montana - Summer 2020

FLBS offers a summer academic program in spectacular northwest Montana where students (undergrads and grads) from universities throughout the U.S. and around the globe attend field-based ecology courses in aquatic and terrestrial realms. Application is open and students are applying now at https://flbs.umt.edu/apps/education/.

Students describe their time at FLBS as a transformative experience topped off with a judicious share of scholarly fun and camaraderie. They attribute this to the immersion-learning advantage afforded by a program where students take one course at a time.

Dartmouth graduate student Melissa DeSiervo attended in 2019 and notes, “I truly can’t believe how much I learned in only two weeks, all while having fun and connecting with other scientists!"

See what awaits our next cohort at https://youtu.be/sjDuOiSWQGk and check out the socials…hashtags #flbs19 and #flbs18 on Twitter or Instagram.

COURSES-

Course syllabi and fliers are also available online at https://flbs.umt.edu/apps/education/ss_courses.aspx.

STUDENTS-

Attend 2, 4, 6, or all 8 weeks

Accelerate your course work; earn up to 13 credits in 8 weeks

Undergrad 300/400 level courses, graduate credit at 400 level

Gain real field experience in field research methods and interact with natural resource professionals

Field trips throughout the Flathead watershed including Glacier National Park

Credits easily transferable to other colleges and universities

Many scholarships awarded (easy to apply) https://flbs.umt.edu/apps/education/ss_scholarships.aspx

$2,130 for tuition, housing, and meals per 2-week course

Program open to students from all universities; international students too!

Need help with process questions or just want to talk to someone about the program? Send an email to summersession@flbs.umt.edu or call Marie Kohler at 406-872-4515.