Study Abroad in North Western Region, Costa Rica

ISA in Heredia, Costa Rica

Heredia itself is a mid-sized, sprawling city. Like the nearby capital city of San Jose, Heredia has a comfortable temperature and generally pleasant climate year round. The city of Heredia was first founded in the beginning of the 18th century by inhabitants of the nearby province of Cartago. Heredia, also known as the "City of the Flowers", lies just 11 kilometers to the northwest of the capital... Learn More

IES Abroad San Jose

Since 1950, IES Abroad has been building quality study abroad programs and introducing U.S. students to new places, studies, and ways of thinking. A not-for-profit educational organization, IES Abroad offers high academic standards and extensive financial aid in 34 cities throughout the world. Based in suburban San Jose and including field study in Costa Rica's diverse eco-regions, this program... Learn More

Experiential Semester in Central America

Embark on a 3-month journey exploring the language and culture of Guatemala, Costa Rica and Honduras. Live with native families, trek through the Guatemalan highlands and be introduced to Quiche (the native Mayan language), study Spanish by total immersion, build houses for the underprivileged, study spirituality and meditation through a blending of several traditions, protect endangered Caribbean... Learn More

Conservation Study in Costa Rica

Our program will focus on biodiversity from forest canopies to coral reefs as we conduct field studies in three specific areas: reef environments; avian wildlife and after dark ecology. Please note that prior field research experience is not required. All necessary skills of data acquisition and analysis will be taught on-site in Costa Rica. At each of our study sites, we will be examining and com... Learn More

Study and Spanish Immersion in Costa Rica

Learn Spanish in Costa Rica, one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Discover a country of friendly people and breathtaking scenery. The mountainous landscape is dotted with volcanoes, cascading waterfalls, and rushing rivers. Costa Rica is situated between two coastlines, the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, giving it miles of stunning seashore that supports an amazing array of sea ... Learn More

Costa Rica Center - LIU Global

Semester and year-long, experiential programs in Spanish immersion, cultural and independent studies. The program includes homestays, internships, seminars, extensive field trips to other areas in Central America, and guest speakers. Courses include: Intro to Global Issues, Global Education & Cross-Cultural Research Issues, Living Latin American Culture, Writing, Research & Documentation, Spanish... Learn More

Environmental Education and Service Learning in the Tropics

Study in Central America in June 2012 with TU Professor Sarah Haines. This program provides a unique opportunity for students to use nationally recognized environmental education materials from Project Learning Tree (a division of the American Forest Foundation) in a tropical setting. Students will use Project Learning Tree materials to apply ecological concepts to environmental education and the ... Learn More

Carpe Diem Latitudes Program

Latitudes - Semester Overseas + Internship: We've learned through experience that group travel followed by an independent volunteer placement forms a natural progression that leads to the maturation and personal development of the individual. Both experiences provide a full palette of physical, mental, social, spiritual and cultural challenges. The first semester, with a group, creates a coope... Learn More

IMAC Spanish Language Programs in Costa Rica

Established in Costa Rica in 1989, our Partner School is located on the east side of the capital city of San Jose, in the suburb of San Pedro, across from the University of Costa Rica campus and just a short 20 minute walk from downtown San Jose. Our Partner School has developed its own classroom methodology so students communicate, comprehend and use accurate pronunciation quickly through dif... Learn More

Sustainable Development Studies in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is currently undergoing a period of rapid economic and social change. As this resource-rich, wonderfully biodiverse country continues along a path of rapid development, it is increasingly influenced by global policy, such as the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) and foreign markets. Costa Rica's economy has shifted from one based chiefly on agriculture to one driven by ecoto... Learn More

Independent Homestay

Greenheart Travel's Independent Homestay Program focuses exclusively on the short-term homestay experience. Participants gain special insight into the host country's society through experiencing daily life, customs, and values. Welcoming volunteer host families provide room and board and friendship for 1 - 4 weeks. Participants will be received as a member of the family and will be involved i... Learn More

WAYRA Spanish School

WAYRA Spanish School is located at the beautiful Tamarindo Beach, on the west coast of Costa Rica, and offers since 1996 a full Spanish immersion program. Recognized as a DELE examination center and associated with the Instituto de Cervantes, we are the perfect choice for students that want to learn Spanish in a serious environment but at the same time would like to enjoy the beaches and the many ... Learn More

Comparative Internships Costa Rica/Nicaragua: Health Care, Social Work, Environment

Program participants can arrive any time based upon their needs and schedules. Interns can work for a minimum of eight weeks and a maximum of sixteen, longer stays can be negotiated for certain projects. We require at least eight weeks commitment. Learn More

Study Spanish & Latin Culture for Credit

We teach not only language but culture in a country full of adventure and natural beauty! We encourage our students to become immersed in the culture by learning the language, living with a local family and participating in daily cultural activities such as Latin dance class and intercambios with the local English students. Intercultura's Spanish program uses a combination of immersion teaching me... Learn More