Summer in Costa Rica

The people here are great! Food wise I recommend a donut filled with dulce de leche and gallo pinto :) Cultural Immersion: Hard to diversify yourself from the other international students Program Administration: Lisa Pinhero is awesome but Tristan Brosnan is very unsure of himself and is not comforting to talk to when you have never been abroad before and need to know facts. Health and Safety: The house is extremely safe however when walking to school several people wistle and honk at you and make comments like "que quapa." I have been told they are harmless but it still made me extremely uncomfortable.

This experience was great. I got to really dive into Spanish during class, then I could explore the area and see the cool attractions. I wish I would have taken the initiative and met more locals but I made many friends from around the US. Academics: It was challenging and I learned a ton. I enjoyed my classes. Living Situation: My host was very receptive and excited to have me there. She was helpful and patient when I didn't know how the words in Spanish. Cultural Immersion: I got to experience many different aspects of the culture but it was way too easy to only make friends with other students from the US Program Administration: They were very helpful and welcoming. Health and Safety: I felt pretty safe as long as I was not alone. I did not feel scared when I would go out, because I always took precautions. Social Life: I wish I would have met more locals, but the friends I did meet are great and we did a lot of different things together most days.

Find local bakeries and eat there as much as possible. Many Costa Rican prices are comparable to U.S. prices, except for the bakeries which are very inexpensive. Everything is fresh-made and delicious. Academics: Wonderful professors with an effective teaching style. Living Situation: Kind and generous and wonderful cooks. Health and Safety: Same as any major city anywhere in the world. Social Life: Very easy to make friends. Everyone lives within walking distance of each other. Get ready to enjoy yourself.