We understand that searching for a big life experience can be overwhelming and the cost of a program like this is a significant consideration for you and your family. When we say we have the best program staff and offer transformative travel experiences, we mean it. And we want you to feel confident in your decision.
We believe that our method for delivering excellence is unmatched. We haven’t come across any other program that offers the same depth of experience, quality, and safety. If you do your research, we think you’ll come to the same conclusion. If your experience doesn’t meet our promise of excellence, we’ll give you full credit towards a future program. That’s our guarantee and our way of making sure your investment truly counts.
Like a small classroom size, our 4:1 student-instructor ratio increases mentorship, allowing you to maximize your learning, independence, support, and safety. We hire the most high caliber instructors, those with years of relevant in-country and leadership experience, and we continuously reinvest in their professional development, training year after year to maintain the highest standards of guidance, safety, and inspiration.
Our programs are often longer, making our per day cost highly competitive with other programs. But value isn’t just about price; it’s about quality. If you’re making a life long investment, you deserve a meaningful experience that lasts over time. That’s why we invest in finding the very best; seasoned instructors, working with grassroots community partners, and developing an innovative curriculum that brings it all together.
As a Certified B-Corp, we put people and place above profit. Every tuition dollar directly supports our values and the communities who host us. We also prioritize accessibility. We maintain robust Tuition Assistance and Scholarship programs so the most curious and engaged students can participate, regardless of their financial need.
How we allocate tuition reflects our values. We invest in our instructors, our communities, and our admin team to ensure quality and safety. We don’t cut corners, and you can feel confident that your tuition goes directly to the people and places that make this work possible.
We want to work with the most curious and engaged youth of our time. This creates vibrant student groups that are fun, dynamic, and empowering. The biggest hurdle to our programming is financial, and we address this in multiple ways.
In partnership with generous families and foundations, we expand access beyond our internal financial aid. Learn more about the Dragons Fund.
Some students have told us that they feel guilty about the cost of our programs, wondering if the money should go elsewhere. We hear this impulse, and it shows you’re aligned with our approach! We believe that the world needs thoughtful leaders; those who can navigate cultures, build understanding, and lead from gained wisdom. Our programs equip you with those skills. We need leaders steeped in this education, and that is you.
