Description

Program Options:

Group Classes: 4 lessons per day in class sizes of no more than 6 individuals. Average class size ranges from 4-8 students. During four lessons sessions (in the morning or in the afternoon), students participate actively in a small group environment. Each student is assured attention to his individual academic needs. If total immersion becomes a difficulty, we offer supplemental instruction in English once a week in order to clarify any doubts.

Private Classes: One-on-one Spanish language instruction is designed especially for people who want to progress at their own pace, work on specific vocabulary, have special needs or who have limited time available. The scheduling for these classes is similar to the Group 4 Spanish Program.

Combined Program: This is an excellent Spanish program. It allows people to study and learn Spanish in a very short period of time. In the mornings you will take the Group 4 Spanish Program. In the afternoons you will then take 2 lessons per day of private Spanish language instruction. The afternoon session can be used to reinforce what was learned in the morning or can be used to cover new Spanish language topics.

Highlights

* Free internet access
* You can study close to one of the most beautiful beach/park areas that Costa Rica has to offer.
* This region of Costa Rica is home to a wonderful array of plant life and wildlife. In particular, Manuel Antonio Park is recognized as one of the best natural parks in the country.
* The area has endless activities to keep even the most avid outdoor enthusiast entertained.
* Close by the school you have the town of Quepos, small, but very well known for its abundance of bars and restaurants.
* San Jose is less than 3 hours away by bus, and 20 minutes by airplane.
* It is possible to get to most locations of interest in Costa Rica from the Spanish school in less than 5 hours.
* It is the ideal location for those individuals who want to get away from the city life and experience something far more relaxing.

Degrees Available

• Diploma/Certification

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Spanish

Subject Areas

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

USD 422 per week of classes only

Program Fees Include:

- Private room with host family
- 2 meals per day and laundry service
- Access to email, phone and fax services
- Books, handouts and all printed material needed for classes
- Cultural activities
- Weekend excursions (not free)
- Academic credit available

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 4

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview Required
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

20 minutes

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Year Founded

1992