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AIFS Study Abroad in San Jose: Summer (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Summer
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  • Program Sponsor: AIFS 
  • This program is not currently accepting applications; however, it may run again in future years. Please use this program search tool or contact the Center for Global Education to learn more about the global experiences programs that are currently available or that may be available in the future.
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Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Internship, UW-System Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Foreign Language
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Home-Stay Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Arts, Biology, Business, Communication, Economics, Environmental Studies, Health, History, Latin American Studies, Legal Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish
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T: (800) 727-2437
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San José, Costa Rica
Spend a summer in the mellow and breathtaking city of San José, Costa Rica with AIFS! Study a variety of academic program options and earn up to 10 credits at Veritas University, one of the most highly regarded private universities in Latin America. The university’s urban campus is just a short drive from lush rainforests, volcanos, endearing sloths and stunning coastlines.

Courses are taught in English and Spanish with no previous Spanish language study required.

Program options include Spanish Language and Latin American Culture Program, Spanish for Health Care Professionals and Health Care Electives Program and Spanish Language, Liberal Arts and Environmental Sciences Program.

Live in a homestay within walking distance of campus where you will have your own bedroom. Your host family will provide a weekly laundry wash and will also provide you with breakfast and dinner daily.

Cultural and social activities will include:
  • Walking tours of San José
  • Costa Rican cooking classes
  • Visits to local museums and historical sites
  • Dance lessons
  • 3-day trip to Manuel Antonio National Park, where you will explore some of the most beautiful beaches on the Central Pacific coast
An optional, 2-day excursion to the great Arenal Volcano and hot springs spa is also available.
 
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Over 50% of our participants receive financial support from AIFS!  
   
AIFS is recognized as a premier provider of study abroad programs. All-inclusive program fees cover tuition, housing, a meal plan, tours and excursions, insurance and 24-hour emergency service. Since 1964, more than 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS.
 
     
 

 

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This program is not currently accepting applications; however, it may run again in future years. Please use this program search tool or contact the Center for Global Education to learn more about the global experiences programs that are currently available or that may be available in the future.