Question 1

What are the other students like (age range)?

Accepted Answer

During the months of June, July, and August, we tend to have a younger student demographic, with the average age from 22 to 35 years old. From September to May, the average isbetween 35 and 60.

Question 2

Is it safe to walk around Heredia?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. From quaint coffee shops and chic boutiques to historic churches and the local soccer stadium, the city offers a plethora of safe and enjoyable activities for students to partake in.

Question 3

What are the homestay families like?

Accepted Answer

Tico Lingo works with more than thirty different families, each diverse with their own unique characteristics. Some families have furry companions, while others have multi-generational households.

Question 4

Are meals included with the homestay? If so, what are they like?

Accepted Answer

Meals are absolutely included! With a homestay you’ll be given two meals a day, breakfast and dinner, each of which is typically a traditional, home-cooked Costa Rican dish.

Question 5

What do I when I'm not in Spanish class?

Accepted Answer

We offer daily cultural activities at Tico Lingo like dance, yoga, and cooking classes. On Thursdays we have a social event where invite local ticos over to converse with us in Spanish and English.