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 | 796 reviews | |
2. Puntarenas | 538 reviews | |
3. Traveling in Costa Rica | 534 reviews | |
4. Heredia | 522 reviews | |
5. Field Programs in Costa Rica | 487 reviews |
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Study Abroad in Costa Rica - Featured Programs
See the world, experience a new culture, make friends from 100 countries – and prepare for your global future. Start any Monday and st...
TAKE LIFE DOWN A NOTCH AND SETTLE INTO THE "PURA VIDA" LIFESTYLE OF RURAL COSTA RICA! "Pura Vida", means "pure life" or "life is good" and ...
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Universidad Latina (founded in 1979) and Universidad Interamericana de Costa Rica (founded in 1986) joined to become Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (ULatina), an institu...
Maximo Nivel is a family-owned organization founded in 2003. We own and operate four locally-based educational institutes in three of the world’s most beautiful countries—...
Gain hands-on experience and knowledge; move beyond the theory into the practice, and put your views of development and justice to the test. ICADS' program offers over 65 ...
Explore the world of caterpillars to see how they protect themselves and respond to habitat changes. Collect caterpillar species and their host plants, then identify, obse...
Costa Rica, in the heart of Latin America, is a country of contrasts and a varied mix of landscapes and cultures. Its fine range of attractions includes volcanoes, tropica...
Volunteer in Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ, the world's most affordable and trusted volunteer organization. IVHQ has a wide range of volunteer abroad projects...
Hike and paddle through Costa Rica’s diverse regions and ecosystems, and witness firsthand the country’s environmental sustainability efforts. Spend time in nature reserve...
Our program is second to none. In making quality a top priority, we have developed relationships with some of the most qualified local partners and Non-Governmental Organi...
Our program is second to none. In making quality a top priority, we have developed relationships with some of the most qualified local partners and Non-Governmental Organi...
World Endeavors volunteer programs are culturally immersive, meaning that volunteers live in the communities they serve, meeting the local people, learning the language, e...
Students International partners with the following institutions to run accredited academic mission study abroad programs to Guatemala, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. You can fi...