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AIFS Abroad in San José, Costa Rica: Semester

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9.15 (39)Verified

Spend a semester or academic year in the lively capital of San José with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 20 credits per semester from Universidad Veritas through various courses and internship opportunities. Courses are taught in English and Spanish. No previous Spanish language study is required for most programs. Universidad Veritas offers an internship program and volunteer opportunities that’l...

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Program Highlights

Benefit from an inclusive program fee with housing, a meal plan, and guidance from experienced on-site Resident Director and support staff.

Enjoy AIFS Abroad organized social/cultural activities, excursions, and field trips.

Take advantage of round-trip flights and airport transfers by booking our optional AIFS Abroad Flight Package.

Earn up to 20 credits a semester from Universidad Veritas.

Travel to Arenal Volcano, hot springs, Monteverde Cloud Forest, and Manuel Antonio National Park.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 7-12 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Animal Science
  • Architecture
  • Art History
Fields:
  • Animal Sciences
  • Archaeology
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

2025 Finalist - Innovation in Community College ProgrammingNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - Study AbroadInnovation in Diversity Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.15

Total Reviews

39

Best months of my life!

March 17, 2026by: Kaylee Howland - United States

Program: AIFS Abroad in San José, Costa Rica: Semester

10

AIFS CR, helped me des over parts of myself I never would have imagined. Creating life long connections, memories that I’ll never be able to put into words, and a sense of belonging that I will carry with me. The team at AIFS CR made my experience that much better. If you’re in between programs or looking for some change I highly, highly recommend AIFS CR!

This was from the final dinner, this is my roommate, and the two program managers at the time, all of whom I am still in great contact with!

A forever cherished memory

March 17, 2026by: Kaili Garcia - United States

Program: AIFS Abroad in San José, Costa Rica: Semester

10

I have never traveled outside the country and I am beyond blessed to have gotten the opportunity to! I would 10/10 recommend and do it again! I miss everyone I met and all the friends, but I always get excited to share my travels because it has so far been the best thing I’ve done in my 23 years ! PURA VIDAAA

Me and my study abroad group! Horseback riding !
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AIFS Costa Rica

July 09, 2025by: Margaret Middaugh - United States

Program: AIFS Abroad in San José, Costa Rica: Semester

10

AIFS made my study abroad experience absolutely incredible; they were well organized and had a great team both during the application process and on site. I thought the excursions were well organized and scheduled thoughtfully to help us see and do the most, and everything ran smoothly. I loved having the office just down the street from the school, and I knew someone would be there for anything I needed. They made the entire process feel so much less stressful and I was really able to just relax and soak it all in because of how well they took care of everything. I would recommend AIFS for anyone planning to study abroad!

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Animal Science
  • Architecture
  • Art History

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 7-12 Months
Intern Duration:
  • Short Term

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish
  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

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Spend a semester or academic year in the lively capital of San José with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 20 credits per semester from Universidad Veritas through various courses and internship opportunities. Courses are taught in English and Spanish. No previous Spanish language study is required for most programs. Universidad Veritas offers an internship program and volunteer opportunities that’ll help you make the most of your semester abroad. Their Spanish Language and Internship Program welcomes students with an advanced level of Spanish and a minimum of 2 years of college-level Spanish. It combines a 4-week Spanish language course with a 12-week internship placement within local companies or NGOs based on your major. You’ll also enjoy cultural and social activities, including: • Co...

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