As a student in our two-year joint master's degree program, students will spend the first two semesters at the University of North Texas and the last semesters at CATIE. All courses are taught in English.

CATIE combines scientific research, graduate education, and technical cooperation to create equilibrium between conservation and sustainable production. It has strategic alliances with public and private universities, research centers, nonprofit organizations, corporations, and government entities around the globe.

The master’s program provides unique opportunities such as:

• Application of sustainable tourism in the U.S. and Costa Rica
• Hospitality services and operational perspectives of sustainable tourism

• International instruction from industry experts and experienced researchers

UNT provides a wide variety of services exclusively to graduate students. The Graduate Student Writing Support office can help you with writing, and the Center for Interdisciplinary Research offers assistance with statistical research.

The travel sector is one of the world's biggest industries. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, one of every 10 jobs globally comes from the travel and tourism sector. Tourism development professionals need to understand the interdependencies of economic benefits, environmental impacts, and social and cultural resources.

Costa Rica, which welcomes 3 million visitors a year, is a pioneer in environmental conservation and has excellent infrastructure and services. The country's network of national parks and conservation areas, biodiversity, innovative policies, and exceptional geographical location is ideal for scholars and institutions devoted to the issues surrounding natural resources and their use.