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Spanish Immersion Programs | Learn Spanish in Latin America

by: MAXIMO NIVEL

Top Rated Program Language Schools in Costa Rica 2026
4.66 (698)VerifiedSince 2003

Live and study in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Maximo Nivel offers the most intensive and professional Spanish immersion program in Latin America. Our Native Spanish Program emphasizes oral communication and integrated skills development to truly help build your Spanish language proficiency - this is a great immersion experience! Our native-speaking Spanish teachers are highly qualified pro...

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Program Highlights

Earn 3-4 university credits via our official School of Record: St. Cloud State University.

Study Spanish 1, 2, 3 or 4+ hours per day; with super intensive programs also available.

Join our Free Tandem Conversation Program for optimum language immersion.

Live with a host family, in an apartment, or in a hostel or hotel.

Take our Preparation for the DELE Exam as well as sign up for special add-on programs, including Surf School, Scuba Certification, Yoga Certification, and more!

Quick Details

Locations:
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Antigua, Guatemala
  • Cusco, Peru
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Trimester
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Continuing Education
Languages:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
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Last Updated: Jul 31, 2025

Awards

Top Rated Program Language Schools in Costa Rica 2025
Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Language SchoolTop Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistTop Rated Language School 2022Notable Mention 2021 - Gap YearTop Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.66

Total Reviews

698

Great Experience!

June 20, 2026by: B S - United States
4

I had a wonderful time at Maximo, learning Spanish each day with my teacher and participating in several cultural activities on the weekends (Lago Atitlán, Tikal Mayan Cultural Site). It has been a pleasure to experience Guatemalan culture and I hope to return soon!

Learning Spanish in Guatemala

June 19, 2026by: Maaike Mineur - Netherlands
4

I really liked the language classes with Maximo Nivel!! The teachers were really professional and capable, but also fun and teach you in a fun way. The loction of the school is in the middle of the center of the city which also is really nice. They organise (free) activities so you can easily meet new people. I would for sure recommend this school!

Incredible experience

June 17, 2026by: Molly Hilts - United States
5

My experience studying spanish with Maximo Nivel has been one of the best experiences in my life. The people I met, the city of Cusco, the instructors at Maximo- all of it was amazing. If I could stay longer I would, and I did end up staying 3 weeks longer than planned. I highly recommend to anyone wanting to travel and study spanish abroad.

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Antigua, Guatemala
  • Cusco, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Continuing Education

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Wifi Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English
  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Live and study in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Maximo Nivel offers the most intensive and professional Spanish immersion program in Latin America. Our Native Spanish Program emphasizes oral communication and integrated skills development to truly help build your Spanish language proficiency - this is a great immersion experience! Our native-speaking Spanish teachers are highly qualified professional instructors with years of experience. Our Tandem Conversation program pairs Spanish program participants with our local English students for free conversation practice.

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