Leadership · In person · Costa Rica / Panama / Dominican Republic

Global Glimpse

Global Glimpse is a nonprofit that sends high school juniors on an 11-day summer service-learning and leadership trip to Costa Rica, Panama, or the Dominican Republic through partner high schools, preceded by pre-trip workshops.

  • Grade 11
  • Selective

About

The program operates on a sliding-fee scale from $650 to $3,950 that includes airfare, and offers need-based scholarships to every eligible student regardless of family income. Since 2008, Global Glimpse has sent thousands of students abroad and is projected to reach its 10,000th student in 2026.

Who can apply

Grades
Grade 11
International students
Can't apply

Applicants must be high school juniors and U.S. Residents, and nominated by a teacher or alumni.

What it takes

  • EssayNot needed
  • Recommendation lettersNot needed
  • InterviewNot needed
  • PortfolioNot needed

Details

Format
In person
Where
Costa Rica / Panama / Dominican Republic
How competitive
Selective