CIEE High School Study Abroad Academy in Monteverde
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CIEE High School Study Abroad Academy in Monteverde
- Costa Rica
About Program
Live and learn in beautiful Monteverde, continuing your high school studies alongside other American students.
Spend a semester abroad following U.S.-aligned high school classes with a cohort of American students. Our hybrid model allows you to customize your schedule, taking in-person classes at the Monteverde CIEE Center and online courses through ASU Prep Global. You’ll live in dorm-style housing just steps from forest trails, allowing you to explore your new home while fully immersing yourself in Costa Rican life.
Adventure into the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the world’s most iconic biodiversity hot spots, and venture to volcanic landscapes and hot springs in Guachipelín. Your semester abroad will foster new friendships, unforgettable experiences, and the kind of growth that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.
Program Highlights
- Independence & Resilience: Living abroad shifts how you see the world—and yourself—shaping how you face challenges and opportunities.
- College Readiness: Studying abroad builds real-world skills and helps you stand out on college applications.
- Global Citizenship: After immersing yourself in new cultural experiences, you'll develop skills to engage confidently at school, work, and beyond.
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Location
A pioneer of ecotourism, Costa Rica draws many tourists to its extensive series of national parks and other protected areas. Costa Rica began reversing deforestation in the 1990s, and they are moving towards using only renewable energy. Head to the cloud forest, relax on the beautiful beaches, or visit a coffee farm.
