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Maya Research Program’s 2027 Archaeological Field School (Student Discounts and Scholarships Available)

The Maya Research Program (MRP) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting archaeological and ethnographic research in Latin America. Since 1992, MRP has conducted archaeological fieldwork in northwestern Belize through the Blue Creek Archaeological Project (BCAP). This long-term research program focuses on several important Maya sites, including Blue Creek, Grey Fox, Nojol Nah, Tulix Mul, Tz’unun, and Xnoha . Many of MRP’s publications are available here. MRP has contributed

CountryBelize
RegionBlue Creek, Bz
PeriodMaya / Classic Period
Dates / season2027 Field Season Dates:
StatusListed on AFOB
TypeField School, Volunteer
Application deadlineJune 1, 2027
CostA special first-session rate of $1850 is available to students currently enrolled in an accredited University or College. Students are encouraged to apply for a MRP scholarship to reduce their costs.
Minimum age18 (Underage participants are allowed on a case by case basis.)
Academic credit3 hours of credit per 2 week session (credit offered by University of Texas at Tyler or student's home institution).
AccommodationOur base station has a large central 2 story house (including a public lounge, library and kitchen)  a laboratory building, a large shower/restroom building, a dining hall, and a large central palapa. Participants stay in residential cabanas (with electricity). All meals are provided within the over
Last checked2026-10-16

Details are copied from the source listing and may change. Always confirm cost, dates and accommodation with the project director.

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