Study Abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica: Semester or Academic Year
- Costa Rica
- San José
About Program
Spend a semester or academic year in San José with AIFS! You’ll earn up to 23 credits per semester from Universidad Veritas through various courses and internship opportunities. Courses are taught in English and Spanish. No previous Spanish language study is required for most programs.
Universidad Veritas offers an internship program and volunteer opportunities. Their Spanish Language and Internship Program welcomes students with an advanced level of Spanish.
You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities including:
• Costa Rican cooking classes
• Visits to local museums and historical sites
• A 3-day trip to Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs and Monteverde Cloud Forest
• A 3-day trip to the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park
• Day trip Poás Volcano, Doka Coffee Estate and Sarchi artisans.
Optional excursions include a 2-day trip hiking and rafting in Sarapiquí and a 4-day trip to Panama.
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Program Highlights
- Earn up to 23 credits with transcripts issued by Veritas University
- 3-day trip to Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, and Monteverde Cloud Forest
- 3-day trip to Manuel Antonio National Park
- Wide range of environmental studies courses
- Internship and volunteer opportunities