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
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...
As a teaching volunteer in Costa Rica you will significantly contribute to the welfare of the education system and get a new perspective of life in Costa Rica. Volunteers ...
Discover the unique opportunity to make an impact through international community service. ISA Service-Learning offers a diverse range of programs that are designed to emp...
What’s the best way to explore three Central American countries? Our Coast to Coast Expedition Semester is an 85-day course packed with outdoor adventure activities, inclu...
Reef Check has coordinators, teams, and EcoDiver training facilities in countries around the world. Since the first Reef Check coral reef monitoring survey in 1997, almost...
Study for a semester or a year in one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world. Situated in Heredia, the Universidad Nacionalcombines excellent academics wit...
Spanish for Health Professionals in Costa Rica is designed for students preparing to enter any healthcare field who would benefit from Spanish proficiency. This program of...
This program will provide students with an immersive experience in Costa Rica. Students will have the opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes and biodiversity of Cos...
ITTT offers a world-renowned TEFL/TESOL certification course that equips you for the professional task of teaching English overseas, or in your home country.Our TEFL certi...
InterFuture Scholars typically travel abroad during the second semester of their junior year. During an eight-month preparatory period, students design a cross-cultural re...
San Joaquín de Flores is a charming, colorful and quaint colonial town located ten miles from San José. It is surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of Costa Rica. The smal...
Students choosing to study at the International Center for Development Studies (ICDS) complete their coursework in both English and Spanish with other American study abroa...
