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Service & Cultural Immersion in Northern Costa Rica
VN's high school program in northern Costa Rica offers high school students a unique opportunity to engage in personalized, meaningful community service while experiencing Costa Rican culture firsthand. Participants work with rural communities, including schools, conservation projects, and health initiatives. Activities include sports and recreation, after-school programs, arts and crafts, and hea...
VN's high school program in northern Costa Rica offers high school students a unique opportunity to engage in personalized, meaningful community service while experiencing Costa Rican culture firsthand. Participants work with rural communities, including schools, conservation projects, and health initiatives. Activities include sports and recreation, after-school programs, arts and crafts, and health initiatives. Students benefit from guided and personalized activites that provide hands-on experience. The program also includes cultural immersion through homestays or accommodations in small family-run hotels, cooking and meals with local communities, Spanish language practice, and guided exploration of local communities and natural sites. This safe and well-supported program allows st...
Program Highlights
Individualized Experiences: Small group sizes allow personalized attention, mentorship, and meaningful engagement for each student.
Cultural Immersion: Experience Costa Rican culture through homestays, local markets, language practice, and community activities.
Guided Learning & Exploration: Learn through structured, supportive activities that explore local traditions, natural sites, and cross-cultural collaboration.
Hands-On Community Service: Engage directly with rural communities, including migrant and refugee populations, supporting health, education, and local development projects.
Experienced & Personalized Guidance: With 20 years of experience, we know what we do—programs are tailored for each group, and we ensure every student is well-supported and cared for.
Quick Details
- Alajuela, Costa Rica
- Monteverde, Costa Rica
- Rural Areas, Costa Rica
- 1-2 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Gap Year
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Alajuela, Costa Rica
- Monteverde, Costa Rica
- Rural Areas, Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Gap Year
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
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