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    • San José
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Program Type
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Degree Level
High School Diploma
Housing
Apartment Host Family
Language
Spanish

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Starting Price
3150
Sep 20, 2017
Apr 11, 2016
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About Program

Costa Rica is one of the world's most breathtaking and lush countries. Why not spend a semester or a summer in San Jose, Costa Rica's radiant capital? Immerse yourself in a Spanish language exchange program (ranging from beginner to advanced) and the native country's rich culture. In your free time, explore majestic rainforests and the scenic coast. Or, you can get active with the co-ed soccer games and tropical dance lessons Adelante's program offers. A whole new cultural perspective is all but guaranteed with this study abroad experience!

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

At Adelante Abroad, we take pride in fostering a diverse and inclusive community for aspiring students seeking international internships and study abroad experiences. We are committed to providing equality and opportunity, as we firmly believe that every individual, regardless of their background, deserves the chance to embark on a transformative journey. Through our specialized biopic program, we actively encourage and support students from all walks of life to participate without discrimination. We understand the importance of nurturing emerging talents, and our program stands as a testament to our dedication to providing an enriching, empowering, and unbiased platform for students to thrive and make their mark on the global stage.

LGBTQIA+ Support

At Adelante Abroad, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all students, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We wholeheartedly encourage and support LGBTQIA+ students to participate without fear of discrimination. We recognize the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals may face, and we are determined to provide a safe and empowering environment for them to embark on their international internship and study abroad journeys. With a focus on celebrating individuality and fostering growth, our program stands as a beacon of acceptance, ensuring that all students can thrive, learn, and contribute meaningfully to the global community.

Accessibility Support

Adelante Abroad is committed to offering comprehensive accessibility support for participants with physical disabilities and/or chroni conditions. While our foremost goal is to provide optimal conditions for all participants, there may be instances where certain program country locations pose challenges to full accessibility. Despite these limitations, we continually strive to ensure that all individuals can benefit from our programs to the best of our abilities.

Impact

Sustainability

At Adelante Abroad, we are driven by a vision of sustainability that goes beyond mere neutrality. Our commitment is to create programs and business practices that generate a net positive impact on the world. By striving to tip the scales towards positive outcomes, we seek to ensure that any potential negative effects are outweighed by the overall benefit we bring to the individuals, communities, and environments we engage with, aligning our efforts to leave a lasting, positive legacy.

Ethical Impact

At Adelante Abroad, our ethical impact programming is thoughtfully designed to harmonize student experiences with the well-being of our host communities and the environment. We meticulously assess the social and environmental implications of our programs, ensuring a balanced approach that maximizes positive outcomes for both our students and the communities they engage with. By fostering meaningful connections, minimizing environmental footprints, and prioritizing sustainable practices, we aim to create lasting benefits for host communities, safeguard our planet's resources, and preserve the integrity of the experiences we offer for generations to come.

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  • Academics 4.7
  • Support 4.7
  • Fun 4.7
  • Housing 5
  • Safety 4.35
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Chris
28
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5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Awesome

Apr 11, 2016

My time is Costa Rica was fantastic. The social scene was phenomenal, and my host Family was wonderful. The school itself was quite nice and the campus was beautiful. The only problem I had was the staff at the University itself. It was mildly frustrating to deal with them. Adelante was fantastic and were very helpful and cooperative. They will work around your schedule. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking to study abroad.

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Response from Adelante Abroad

Hi Christopher,

Thanks so much for the great review. We are glad you had a fantastic experience overall. Thanks for recognizing that we do all that we can to ensure you are getting the best experience possible. Best of luck to you in the future!

- Adelante

By Allison Munder on May 9, 2016
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munch
31
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best experience ever

Mar 2, 2013

I really enjoyed my time in Costa Rica. I got a chance to emerge into a new lifestyle and culture while going to school. This is something that I highly reccommend to just about anyone.

What would you improve about this program?
round trip airport transfers
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kndarwin
31
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Pura Vida!

Oct 19, 2012

The reason I gave a lower rating for safety is simply because everyone warned me not to go out alone at night and be careful during the day. As long as you move in groups and aren't completely ignorant to the fact that you're in another country (don't walk around with your ipod in your hand and your cell phone in your back pocket) you should be fine. I didn't hear of any in my program having any problems. GO on the excursions too! You won't regret it. Adelante Abroad was really helpful, they did everything in their power to make this happen for me!

What would you improve about this program?
There were too many Americans. I was the only non-American. A more diverse group would really have helped my cultural experience be more related to the country that I was visiting. It was really hard NOT to speak English which impeded my learning.
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Response from Adelante Abroad

Thank you, K. for the 100% grade and the shout out about the truly amazing excursions offered in the Adelante Abroad Costa Rica programs! Yes, we definitely do overstate the safety concerns – rather have you be over cautious than under during your short time abroad.

By Allison Munder on November 15, 2012

Questions & Answers

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Alejandra Barahona

Program
Study Abroad in San Jose - Adelante Abroad
Job Title
Adelante Abroad Co-Director in Costa Rica
While a true local, having being born and raised in Costa Rica, Alejandra received her BA, Masters and PhD from the U.S. (Colorado State University and UCLA, respectively). She delves into literature – she collaborated with Lonely Planet, Latin-American Phrases pocketbook - and embodies intercultural exchange, really knowing what our students are going through as they come to another country to study. She has served as a simultaneous translator and is a published author of research articles. Alejandra also has a beautiful voice and performs as a singer as often as her schedule allows.

Alejandra Barahona - Adelante Abroad San Jose Director

What makes studying abroad in Costa Rica a unique experience for students?

Alejandra: Costa Rica offers a wonderful opportunity for nature lovers to come learn Spanish and all about environmental issues as well as general Latin American culture, history and socio-political reality. Costa Rica has a long tradition of peace and democracy, and according to Open Doors Statistics, Costa Rica is positioned as one of the countries within the top ten destinations for U.S. students to come study abroad.

What are the main differences between the semester and summer programs in Costa Rica?

Alejandra: Semester programs are 12 to 16 week programs (much like the U.S. semesters) in which students can take a combination of Spanish language and Spanish or English taught electives. Students who come to semester programs have a higher probability of really integrating into the culture and acquiring long term Spanish communication skills. Summer programs are great for students who can’t be away for a full semester or who want to get a taste of a shorter term Study Abroad experience. The intensity of the summer program makes it much more academically strenuous.

What level of Spanish proficiency do students need to have before enrolling in the Semester and Summer programs?

Alejandra: Students don’t need any specific proficiency since they can come to take Spanish 101 with no previous Spanish knowledge. Advanced Spanish students can come and take Spanish taught electives or even enroll in the regular quarter system with Costa Rican students.

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Describe a typical day on this program.

Alejandra: Students attend Spanish language classes from 8 to 12 and have one or two electives during the afternoon. They can also attend Conversation Club from 1:30 to 3 p.m. At night they can come to Yoga Class, Self Defense or come to Tropical Dance Classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

There is a shuttle system to get back to their host families at night. Some weekends, the Adelante program includes excursions & activities, and on others they are free to explore the city and the beaches. We have an on-site student travel agent that helps with ideas for every kind of budget or travel plan.

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What level of support does Adelante provide students on this program? How can students voice any concerns they may have while on the program?

Alejandra: We are all based in Costa Rica, with offices right on campus, rather than travelling here for each semester. The Adelante team is composed of members born and raised her; locals, who live here year round. Students are given our office and cell numbers and we are available 24/7, as needed! There is also a licensed psychologist that works with us and her office hours are clearly posted. Any kind of question or concern – from grades to roommate issues to travel plans - we are here to listen and liaise with the Adelante HQ in California as needed.

What is one piece of advice you would offer someone considering studying abroad in Costa Rica?

Alejandra: You have to be a nature lover and be ready to step out of your comfort zone to learn about the culture. Although Costa Rica has many of the modern city features such as entertainment, malls, restaurants, there are still many things that continue to function at a slower pace.

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