Earn College Credit while Riding Powder in Argentina with SASS and Sierra Nevada College!
South America Snow Sessions has partnered with Sierra Nevada College to offer a one of a kind educational experience. Available during sessions 1, 2, and 3, to anyone 15 years of age or older, SASS and SNC present the "Patagonia Classroom".
Ski and ride world class terrain blanketed with fresh pow by day and earn college credit in the evening. Our pro level coaches can help you get your skills dialed while our guides show you the goods. If shredding the gnarliest terrain wasn’t enough, in a month with SASS, you can take up to 12 credits and graduate a full semester early.
I look at the Sass program as an evolution in the way the kids experience the world! Spending part of the summer abroad, riding powder, while also getting valuable college credits … Kids get to have their fun, and parents get piece of mind knowing that their educational path won’t miss a beat! What more could you ask for?
Sean Sullivan
Sierra Nevada Photography Field Instructor
The 3 acre SASS compound gives college students priority access to the duplex apartments on the property. These 2 level units have a full kitchen, fireplace, living room, 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. Access is granted on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis and spots for the Patagonia Classroom are limited. So get your deposits in early to lock in the best spots.
The SASS Difference
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Fusion of traditional International College programs with a ski/snowboard trip to an exotic location
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Full service tour operator: SASS is responsible for providing all goods and services in Argentina
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SASS contracts its own full service hotel and restaurant for all SASS clients
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Full Breakfast, lunch & 3 Course Dinner
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All Lift Passes (Mountain is open from 9am -5pm!)
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5:1 Participant to Guide/Coach ratio
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Unique look at Argentinean culture
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Avalanche Safety and Spanish courses included
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Available doctor at the SASS Compound (Hotel)
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Exclusive SASS Day & Night events
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City Tour of Buenos Aires
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All Airport transfers in Buenos Aires & Bariloche
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Round Trip Plane ticket INSIDE of Argentina (a $450 value)
2010 Courses
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Spanish in the Field – SPAN 151 &251 (3 credits)
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Winter Adventure Photography – PHTG 480 (3 credits – Session 1 & 3 only)
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Winter Adventure Videography – DART 480 (3 credits – Session 2 only)
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Internship in Ski Business Managment – SBRM 490 (1-6 credits)
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Freeskiing – PHED 114-414 (3 credits)
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Freeriding – PHED111-411 (3 credits)
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AIARE Level 1 Certification & Backcountry skills (2 credits)
Full course descriptions are available HERE.
2010 SASS Session Dates & Pricing
Session 1: July 20th – August 3rd
Session 2: August 3rd – August 17th
Session 3: August 17th – August 31st
Sierra Nevada College is offering SASS participants per credit pricing of $550, 50% off the standard rate.
All students attending the Patagonia Classroom will co enroll in a SASS Adult Package which includes room, board, lift tickets, transportation, guiding, and activities.
For students 18 and older participating in the Patagonia Classroom, the adult package is offered at a discounted rate of $3200 for 1 session and $5600 for 2 sessions.
Keep in mind, spots for the Patagonia Classroom are extremely limited, so reserve your spot now by clicking HERE.
Registration Process
Students will complete a two step registration process.
1) Register as a South America Snow Sessions Participant and insure your space on the SASS Campus through our secure server HERE.
2) Visit the Sierra Nevada College registration page HERE. You will be guided through the registration, course selection, and financial aid processes from there.
During this two step registration, you will make 2 payments — a tuition payment directly to Sierra Nevada College and a program deposit/payment directly to South America Snow Sessions. The two parts do not need to be done in the same sitting, but should be done withing a few days of each other.
Financial Aid Process
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. To discuss the many different options to defray the cost of tuition, travel, and room and board, please contact the Sierra Nevada Financial Aid Office at 775.831.1314 Ext 7404.
Transfer Credit Process
To recieve credit at your current institution for the courses taken through the Patagonia Classroom, you will need to have official transcripts sent from SNC after the completion of the courses. SNC is a regionally accredited, 4 year school.
Call 203-458-1632 for more information or to save your spot for this unique educational opportunity!
*Within 30 days of the session start date, there will be an additional $350 charge for all domestic LAN airfares. For help booking, and to avoid the fee, contact Dumonde Travel or Lucas@SAsnow.com.
**At South America Snow Sessions, our main focus is Safety, and Backcountry Awareness. It is HIGHLY recommended for all clients to have a backcountry kit when coming down to participate in South America Snow Sessions. A Backcountry kit consists of a Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe and an appropriate Backpack to carry it all. if you do not have these items it will severely limit the experience as off piste activities will not be allowed. SASS offers backcountry kit rentals at the rate of $250 per session. Kits can also be purchased through AvalancheTools.com by calling 1-866-680-0872 and letting them know you are from SASS. For more information please contact us at info@SAsnow.com.
