Audubon Expedition Institute

Higher Education's Most Extraordinary Journey!

The Audubon Expedition Institute at Lesley University is an academically rigorous alternative to traditional colleges and universities for undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a deeper ecological understanding of environmental education, leadership and advocacy. Our goal is to create experiential learning communities that inspire informed and compassionate ecological leadership.

• Applying

  Before beginning the application process please read and reference the AEI applicant handbook. Applications to our graduate [pdf] and undergraduate [pdf] degree programs are available for download or you can apply online. Our B.S. in Environmental Studies and M.S in Ecological Leadership and Education are listed under unique program formats. Questions on the application process contact Diem Dangers in Admissions 1-800-999-1959 ext 8212 or ddangers@lesley.ed. Need-based and merit funding is available.

• Summer Offerings

  Want to be green this summer? Check out our undergraduate Sustainable Practices program. Earn 6 undergraduate credits exploring sustainable living in rural Maine. Put into practice ecological concepts and alternative solutions you may have heard of, but have never had the chance to try.

• AEI Alumni Reunion June 20-22, 2008

  AEI alums, save the date for the AEI Reunion June 20-22 at the Barbara C. Harris Center in Greenfield, NH. Check out the reunion website to register and for more details.

• Frequently Asked Questions

  Learn more about AEI.

• Make a donation to AEI

  Please visit Lesley University's Planned Giving Office.