Youth groups learn and travel while still having fun as they see, discuss, and experience history, art, science, and the United States for themselves on a Compass USA STUDY Tour.
Tours are specially designed to compliment schools’ and groups’ specific learning needs and interests. Various learning topics are combined with a location specific tour to create an interesting and exciting 5-28 day learning experience.
Compass USA and our qualified tour leaders are committed to providing safe and enjoyable educational tours for all participants. In addition, educational experts provide substantive expertise that effectively meets the learning needs of the participants.
Sample Language and Study Tour Topics
- Arts, Culture & Literature
- American Art & Film
- USA History, Culture & Geography
- American Diversity - Plantations to Jazz
- Civil Rights
- American Revolution, Civil War
- Native Americans
- The American West
- Nature & Environmental Studies
- Technology and Innovation
What is Included?
- Lodging
- Educational Experts and Learning Materials (varies)
- Transportation
- Airport Transfers
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Entrance fees to attractions listed in itineraries
- Professional tour staff and chaperones
- Taxes and tips
- One complimentary escort with groups of 10 or more participants
Day 1: Arrive
Day 2-5: A.M. Lecture P.M. Field Experience Evening Free Time and Group Activities
Day 6 : Full Day Sights and Explore
Day 7: Travel to new site includes lecture, discussion and sightseeing
Day 8: Full Day Sights and Explore
Day 9-11: A.M. Lecture P.M. Field Experience Evening Free Time and Group Activities
Days 12-13: Full Day Sights and Explore
Day 14: Departure
Premium Programs
Leadership:
Practical International Leadership & Optimism Training for Youth Focuses on community and leadership training.
1 – 4 week program in Denver, California, New York, Seattle, Washington DC and more!
STEM Camp:
Robust curriculum providing an integrated blend of technologies including computer programming, robotics, electronics, game and animations and digital media. The camp is designed strictly hands-on and project-based. Study options include Coding & Programming, Engineering & Robotics and Digital Media.
Customized City Experiences:
Integrated learning experiences that use city sights as the classroom. Learn American History, American sports or culture. The city is your classroom. Meet the artists, museum director, software developer. Chicago - Denver - Washington D.C. - New York City - San Francisco - Silicon Valley.
Basketball Camp:
Week-long overnight program that emphasizes extensive skill development, intensity, enthusiasm, leadership, and team play. Enjoy tournaments, games and amazing staff who care about helping participants become the best players they can be.
What Is Included?
- Local airport transfers
- Welcome & Farewell Parties
- Lodging – double or quad occupancy
- 3 meals per day
- Evening and afternoon activities
- Orientations, community & campus tours
- On-site services from staff
- One complimentary escort for 10+ pax