Study Abroad in San Jose
San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica and is the primary hub of the country. San Jose's metro area contains half the Costa Rican population. Below you will find our list of Study Abroad and Internship programs in San Jose, Costa Rica. It is an index to international education in San Jose listing university level study abroad, internships, volunteer and intensive language school programs oriented to American college and university students. Some pre-college and post-graduate options are also included. We invite you to read the student reviews, see the ratings scores and use this site to compare programs and understand what other students have encountered during their education abroad with the hopes you find a program that is right for you.
You can also explore the nearby college town for study abroad programs in Heredia and see other study abroad programs in Costa Rica or use our advanced study abroad program search
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The Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR) was founded in 1814 as the University of Santo Tomás. The main campus,...
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Spend a semester, summer session, January term or academic year in lively San José, Costa Rica, studying at Veritas University. Courses are taught in English and Spanish, ...
This course will provide the context for an authentic cross-cultural experience. Students will embark on a two week field adventure in the breath-taking, beautiful Central...
Lush cloud forests. Sunny beaches. Unparalleled biodiversity. A range of opportunities to hone your Spanish skills and immerse in local culture -- and live the pura vida l...
On Semester in Costa Rica, you will study in English or in Spanish at a local university, Universidad Veri...
Experience an unforgettable adventure with fellow Girl Scouts from across the United States! Our GSUSA Destinations courses in Costa Rica and Panama will give you an oppor...
On Summer in Costa Rica, you will study in English and take Spanish-language classes at a local university in bustling San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. Your fellow stu...
Universidad Veritas offers small classroom sizes, so you will have plenty of attention and multiple opportunities to practice your Spanish. You will also live with a Tican...
The Center for International Programs (CIP) at VERITAS offers a wide variety of programs of different lengths in Costa Rica that can be combined and customized for differe...
Get a taste of the "Tico" life and study Spanish & Development in San Jose! Learn More
From adventure seekers looking to hike the areas green mountains and valleys or go snorkeling along the coast, to students wanting to contribute to the countries efforts f...
Students participating in a Veritas Christian Study Abroad program in San José, Costa Rica will be able to...
The Heredia program is ideal for students who are committed to learning the Spanish language and the diverse cultures of Latin America. Through formal coursework and perso...
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