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CIS Abroad - Semester in Costa Rica - Universidad Veritas

Name: CIS Abroad - Semester in Costa Rica - Universidad Veritas
Brand: CIS Abroad
SKU: 16055
Rating: 4.78 (18 reviews)

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CIS Abroad - Semester in Costa Rica - Universidad Veritas

CIS Abroad

4.78 · 18 reviews

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Location

Costa Rica
- San José

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring

Subject Areas

Agriculture Anthropology Architecture Art History Arts Biology Botany Communications Cultural Studies Dance Design Digital Media Earth Sciences Ecology Environmental Studies Film Graphic Design Health Sciences Hospitality International Business International Relations Life Sciences Marine Biology Marketing Natural Sciences Performing Arts Photography Political Science Psychology Public Health Sports Science Sustainable Development Visual Arts Web Design Wildlife Sciences +25

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Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

Bachelors

Housing

Host Family

Language

English

Pricing

$11,190

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Price may be an estimate, the lower end of a range, or from a previous term. Please see our website for specifics.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Classes Meals

What's Included (Extra)

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Last Updated: Oct 28, 2025

Last Reviewed: Mar 24, 2026

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About Program

On our Semester in Costa Rica program, you’ll live minutes from the heart of San José and study at Universidad Veritas. Choose from a variety of courses taught in English or Spanish, including topics such as art, communications, ecology, biology, environmental studies, business, culture, health, history, political science, psychology, sustainability, and more. You can also study Spanish language at any level, including through an Intensive Spanish program. In your free time, explore nearby volcanoes, venture into the rainforest, hit the beach, and embrace Costa Rican culture in this bustling capital. Pura vida!

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COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Students appreciate the supportive staff, immersive host families, and interactive Spanish classes, though some find the coursework challenging.

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Program Highlights

Top private university with a focus on sustainability (which is quite apparent with its lush campus!)
Variety of courses taught in English, many with a local focus
Exceptional support and fun group activities organized by CIS Abroad and the host university
Spanish language courses at all levels, including an intensive option
Homestay accommodations ensure you'll be well taken care of, with most meals included

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4.78 Rating

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5 rating 77.78%
4 rating 22.22%
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Academics 3.9
Support 4.35
Fun 4.8
Housing 4.8
Safety 4.1

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If I could go back in time, I would. My expericence was priceless. My host family was beyond wonderful. My host sister would always wake up with a smile and say,"Hola, Jay!" The teaching staff were bright and sunny when you'd return a "saludo" in passing. Yes, classes from 8 am to 12pm for five days a week was a bit tiresome, but worth every minute of my time and effort.
I love, love, love to travel so Costa Rica serves as an ideal location to do that. Transportation is reasonable. I would recommend a Central American trip, I did that, and I had a fabulous time.
Take advantage while you can. Go with CIS or with anyone, to Costa Rica because you will have an amazing experience.

What would you improve about this program?

More excursions!!!

My semester abroad was one of the best experiences of my life. We got to travel every weekend while practicing our Spanish. The Spanish teachers at Veritas are awesome but the other elective classes I took weren't hard. My host family was amazing and one of the reasons I had such a great experience.

What would you improve about this program?

Have the in-site director more involved and give us an orientation of San Jose the first week.

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Location

Location:

San José

Currency:

Costa Rican Colón

Weather:

Jan-Mar

79 F / 57 F

Apr-Jun

81 F / 63 F

Jul-Sep

88 F / 73 F

Oct-Dec

86 F / 73 F

Costa Rica is known for its Pura Vida lifestyle and San José is a great place to get familiar with the lifestyle. One of the best ways to discover San José is through the arts; whether you like theatre, dance, or music, this is the quickest way to the heart of Costa Rica.

About CIS Abroad

We spark growth. We envision a more connected and compassionate world transformed through individuals who have traveled, lived, and learned abroad. We provide U.S. university students with the best value in education abroad, considering affordability, academic relevance, cultural immersion, and support. We are boldly committed to providing the...