Herkimer College Announces New Degree Program in Ecotourism and Adventure Travel

Herkimer College will offer an associate in applied science degree in Ecotourism and Adventure Travel beginning in the fall of 2017. The program will be offered on-campus and online.

With an emphasis on natural science, the environment, sociology and ecology, ecotourism relates principles of travel and tourism to the science and sociology of indigenous populations and natural habitats. Students will study the business and economics of travel and tourism and learn the interrelationships between diverse cultures and ecosystems.

Ecotourism and Adventure Travel is designed for students interested in careers that involve planning, organizing, managing and marketing adventure travel activities in the ecotourism industry. Although not specifically designed for transfer, graduates may also continue their education at a variety of four-year colleges and universities.

For more information, visit www.herkimer.edu/ecotourism or contact the Admissions Office at 315-574-4028 or admissions@herkimer.edu.