Who we are?

We are an institution offering opportunities to participate in study abroad programs in the Dominican Republic to U.S. students and those of other nationalities. The IERC serves as a facility to all students around the world who wish to learn about Dominican society, customs, and beliefs, as a part of their university degree program.

We believe that societies were created by humanity’s desire to see the world that surrounds it; and throughout time it has wanted to understand and know how large the world really is. From this belief surfaced the desire to travel and discover new lands. Thus, the world began to populate. Through these same desires, we will acquaint ourselves with the natural enchantment of this country such as; its climate, lovely sceneries, beautiful beaches, and friendly natives as we learn about its historical roots.

What we do?

In addition, IERC now helps different organizations and universities develop and carry out study abroad programs in the Dominican Republic. We assist a consortium of HBCU’s to internationalize their curriculum; and advise and provide technical assistance to universities to help them provide a campus environment that motivates international learning.

One of the primary goals of the IERC is to offer opportunities for students attending minority serving institutions of higher education in the U.S. to study in the Dominican Republic through a program which has academic study, cultural immersion, and high quality practical experience components.