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 ...
Study Abroad in Costa Rica - All Programs
Spend one trimester (15 weeks) at EARTH, take classes with regular EARTH students while being fully integrated into EARTH’s community and student life. As a participant in...
This study abroad experience will provide a taste of field research methods/topics and engage students in various field research activities within lowland rain forest and ...
ARCC Gap Semester Programs offer an educational and cultural bridge between high school and college. The ARCC Gap year programs are 90 day semesters and are an opportunit...
For over 30 years ARCC has offered extraordinary summer travel programs for teenagers. We are extremely proud of the lasting impact that ARCC students have had on the peop...
With our gap year program you'll be in a new place every week, learning a new set of skills. You will learn about digital storytelling and film. Launch a business. Learn ...
Studying abroad in Costa Rica gives you the chance to immerse yourself in a culture where “pura vida” is not just a saying, it is an appreciation of the natural beauty and...
Live on the edge of the world famous Monteverde cloud forest, while exploring sustainable economic develop...
Budget Study Abroad with CSA. Accredited, high quality, non-profit programs worldwide. Just $35 USD To Get Started. Open to all students and adults, from all countries. ...
Located in a quiet suburb of San Jose, Costa Rica, the program provides an ideal setting for learning the Spanish language. The program specializes in immersion Spanish pr...
The UF Law Costa Rica Program partners with the Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) and the UF Center for Latin American Studies Tropical Conservation and Development ...
Site visits include:Costa Rica2*Meeting with union members who are suffering labor rights violations in banana and pineapple plantations- Meeting with rural communities wh...
DePaul’s Human Rights Law in the Americas program in Costa Rica provides a comprehensive, foundational und...