Central America Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
Program Overview
Venture through Guatemala and Costa Rica, exploring lush tropical rainforests, towering volcanoes, steep-sided mountains, and extended coastlines. Embrace the spirit of "pura vida" and learn from the unique crossover of individuals who call these nations home. Living alongside Indigenous communities and their contemporaries, explore opportunities to delve into social justice, sustainability, and t...
Venture through Guatemala and Costa Rica, exploring lush tropical rainforests, towering volcanoes, steep-sided mountains, and extended coastlines. Embrace the spirit of "pura vida" and learn from the unique crossover of individuals who call these nations home. Living alongside Indigenous communities and their contemporaries, explore opportunities to delve into social justice, sustainability, and the influence of colonization.
From the Sierra Madre mountains of interior Guatemala to the sea turtle havens on the coast, from the tranquility and splendor of Lago Atitlán and its surrounding volcanoes to the breathtaking coral reefs offshore, Carpe Diem Education explores the merging complexities of socio-political realities with the hope of a more sustainable future. Cap your new knowledge wit...
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- 9-12 Weeks
Updated Nov 11, 2026
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Locations
- Online
- Costa Rica
- Antigua, Guatemala
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Arts
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027, 2028
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Some high school, no diploma
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Other
Age Requirement
18-25
Duration
- 9-12 Weeks
- Post High School
- During College
- During High School
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Payment Terms
- Payment Plan
- Scholarships
- Upfront Deposit
- Changes Allowed
Refund Policy
Full Refund
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