Travel Study Program

Go beyond the classroom with CSM's Travel Study courses.

These courses provide an exciting opportunity to make memories, gain knowledge, and experience diverse cultures, all while earning college credits.

Explore this page to learn how you can participate in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Note: Students must be 18 years old to participate in the travel studies program.

CSM Cape May Point Science Center

Join us for a special section of BIO 1020L (Zoology Lab – Section 00061) featuring an exciting field experience at the Cape May Point Science Center, scheduled for May 31 – June 3, 2026. This trip offers an engaging, hands-on learning experience for anyone interested in coastal ecology and marine science.

This course is primarily online, with most coursework completed remotely. The only in-person component is the Cape May trip, offering a unique opportunity to apply what you learn in a real-world setting.

Not interested in earning zoology credit? No problem! The Cape May trip is open to all students, as well as faculty and staff, even if you are not enrolled in the course. Take advantage of this opportunity to combine travel, hands-on learning, and a memorable experience.

The fee for the trip is $675, which includes lodging, meals (excluding meals during travel to and from Cape May), and all planned activities. Tuition for the class is a separate cost. Participants will take part in a variety of field-based experiences, including a dolphin and whale watching boat tour, a visit to the Cape May Zoo, and a seining activity in partnership with the Littoral Society.

An added highlight this year is the timing of the tides, which will allow participants the unique opportunity to tag horseshoe crabs — an experience that provides valuable insight into coastal conservation efforts and species monitoring.

This trip has consistently been a rewarding and enjoyable experience for past participants, combining scientific exploration with meaningful fieldwork in a dynamic coastal environment. Faculty are encouraged to share this opportunity with students who may be interested in participating.

For more information and permission to register, contact the Travel Studies Coordinator at travelstudies@csmd.edu.