Description

On Spanish for Law Enforcement in Costa Rica, you will take criminal justice courses taught in English and a Spanish-language course focused on law enforcement-related vocabulary. In your free time, explore nearby volcanoes, go zip-lining in the rain forest, and get to know Costa Rican culture while sipping some of the best coffee in the world with classmates at a local cafe! You will experience:

* New amigos from all over - Your fellow students will be a great balance from around the US and the world.

* Hands-on coursework in English - Spend 5 weeks of your summer taking fascinating classes in border patrol, criminal justice, and law enforcement and earn 8 credits in your major.

* The best way to learn Spanish - You'll learn Spanish through your immersive classes but also by living with a family and chatting with Costa Ricans in the markets, restaurants, and salsa clubs of San Jose.

* Perfect location for exploring - You'll be minutes from the heart of San Jose, so you can easily explore the city, as well as the beautiful nearby national parks, picturesque mountain villages, and relaxed beach towns that make Costa Rica famous!

* Great excursions - Your program includes one day and one weekend trip with your fellow study abroad students. Take a city tour, wander through the local markets, and try some exotic tropical fruit as you explore the rain forest!

Highlights

* One of the most biodiverse countries on the planet!
* Courses taught in English
* Excursions throughout Costa Rica
* Hands-on courses in law enforcement and border patrol
* Law enforcement-oriented Spanish-immersion courses at all levels
* Study at a highly ranked private university in San Jose
* Live with a local family
* Explore the bustling capital city of San Jose
* Cooking classes, dance classes, and sports events help you bond with your classmates

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Criminal Justice / Corrections
• Law Enforcement
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please contact CISabroad

Program Fees Include:

* Full-time tuition and fees
* Homestay
* Breakfast and dinner
* Medical and accident insurance
* CISabroad support services before, during, and after the program
* Academic advising
* Financial aid counseling
* Assistance with travel arrangements
* Predeparture orientation
* Airport pickup
* Universidad Veritas orientation
* On-site support
* On-campus internet access
* Weekly laundry
* One day and one weekend excursion
* Universidad Veritas official transcript
* Carbon offset of travel

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Scholarships are Available

Grants (Automatically Awarded): * CISabroad Early Bird Grant: You will automatically receive USD 100 off if you apply by Sep 23rd for a spring semester program or December 31st for a fall semester program! * CISabroad CPA (Cooperating Partner Alliance) Grant: Automatically receive USD 250 off a semester program or USD 100 off a summer or short-term program if your school is an affiliate. Please check list at CISabroad website. * CISabroad Bring a Friend Grant: You and your friend receive USD 250 for a semester program or USD 100 for a summer, short-term or internship program. * CISabroad Go Again Grant: Got the travel bug and want to go again on another CISabroad program? Get USD 250 off a semester or USD 100 off a summer program. *CISabroad Diversity Abroad Grant, CIS Gilman Grant, CIS Golden Key Grant: If you receive a Diversity Abroad scholarship, Gilman Grant, or Golden Key Award for your CISabroad program, we'll give you an additional $500 grant, just to say congrats! For all of the following scholarships, Please be sure to fill out the CIS scholarship application form by May 1 for a fall program, November 1 for a Spring Program, or May 1 For a summer program. Please visit CISabroad website. * CISabroad Leadership Scholarship: Receive USD 250- USD 500 off a semester program or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program * CISabroad Photo Journalist Scholarship Receive USD 100 off plus a digital camera for semester or summer program * CISabroad Correspondent Scholarship (semester programs only) Receive USD 500-USD 1,000 off for blogging regularly about your experience overseas * CISabroad Green Scholarship Receive USD 250-USD 500 off a semester or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program for volunteering in an eco-friendly capacity and presenting on your experience while back home Please check CISabroad website for a more up to date info.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

CISabroad's Mission Statement

To provide innovative education programs that broaden academic perspectives, promote global awareness, and encourage personal development while laying the foundation for participants to become engaged world citizens.

Year Founded

2000