Study Abroad in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a literacy rate of 95% making it one of the most literate countries in the world. Approximately 8,000 students chose to study abroad in Costa Rica each year making it one of the most popular destinations. Between the wonderful education system and the many opportunities for students to perfect their Spanish, it is a very welcoming place for Americans to study abroad.
Top Cities to Study Abroad
| 1. San Jose | 689 reviews | |
| 2. Heredia | 437 reviews | |
| 3. Traveling | 143 reviews | |
| 4. Atenas | 106 reviews | |
| 5. Field Programs in Costa Rica | 95 reviews |
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Study Abroad in Costa Rica - Featured Programs
Costa Rica is the ideal place to study Spanish language and culture. Its one of the most fascinating and ecologically rich countries in Central Am...
The Puntarenas program is ideal for students who are committed to learning the Spanish language and diverse cultures of Latin America. Through for...
Explore what "entrepreneurship" means around the world, drawing on the disciplines of management, economics, technology, and design.
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Named by National Geographic as “the most biologically intense place on earth,” the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica is a true jewel of land, wate...
Study for a semester or a year in one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world. Situated in Heredia, the
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Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Explore the verdant cloud forests and tropical coastlines of the Central American country while immersing y...
Costa Rica is the ideal place to study Spanish language and culture. Its one of the most fascinating and e...
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Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...
The San Ramón program is designed for science majors interested in learning more about ecology and conservation biology in Costa Rica. Costa Rica is well known for its ext...
As your education abroad experts in Spain and Latin America, Sol Education Abroad offers universities custom, faculty-led programs in all four SOL program locations (Oaxac...
Costa Rica is a fun and safe country with lots of natural wonders to explore and an interesting culture to experiment. If you're wondering about where to go in Latin Ameri...
Named by National Geographic as “the most biologically intense place on earth,” the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica is a true jewel of land, water, and life. Covering an area...
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 Spanis...
On Semester in Costa Rica, you will study in English or in Spanish at a local university, Universidad Veritas, in the bustling capital city of San Jose. In your free time,...
Want to know what it's like to work with animals every day? Thinking of being a veterinarian? Join us in tropical paradise and get a hands-on introduction to veterinary me...
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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, ...
