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
During this experience participants not only collaborate through interactive class activities with colleagues from other health-related disciplines but also engage in diff...
Nestled safely in the cool highlands of Costa Rica, Heredia is a prime place to study, live, and experience true language and culture immersion. Arcos Learning Abroad stud...
JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF COSTA RICAN CULTURE! Costa Rican culture and its natural environment are deeply interwoven. Its culture is a vivid expression of this intimate co...
COMBINE COMMUNITY SERVICE WITH TROPICAL EXPLORATION AND ADVENTURE! This program is the perfect combination of community service and an eco adventure. Start your journey in...
READY FOR A MENTAL AND PHYSICAL RESET IN COSTA RICA? Costa Rica consistently ranks as the happiest country in the world. It is one of the few Blue Zones on the planet: spe...
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 Costa Ricans use it for everythi...
LEARN SPANISH IN THE HAPPIEST COUNTRY ON THE PLANET! Experience with Arcos Journeys all the natural and cultural wonders of this unique Central American country. This prog...