IFSA January in Costa Rica
Program Overview
Get out of the cold and into Heredia’s beautiful, warm weather in this winter study abroad program by IFSA. Experience Costa Rica from a local perspective while immersed in fascinating lessons and incredible activities, hiking trails, national parks, beaches, and so much more!
The three-week Ecology and Sustainable Development in Costa Rica course explores environmental conditions in the country ...
Get out of the cold and into Heredia’s beautiful, warm weather in this winter study abroad program by IFSA. Experience Costa Rica from a local perspective while immersed in fascinating lessons and incredible activities, hiking trails, national parks, beaches, and so much more!
The three-week Ecology and Sustainable Development in Costa Rica course explores environmental conditions in the country through practical field experiences. It addresses the challenges and importance of ecological recovery, protection, and preservation. You will confront the societal responsibility to raise awareness of long-term conservation in Costa Rica and across the planet. You will examine the political and socio-economic relationships that promote or, sometimes, prohibit sustainability.
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- Winter
- Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Development
- American
- Canadian
Updated Jul 28, 2026
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Locations
- Heredia, Costa Rica
Fields & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Development
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029
- Terms Available
- Winter
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Transcript
Age Requirement
18-30
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $4,595
Refund Policy
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