Costa Rica

              

3 Weeks in Paradise!

"Costa Rica is a place of unforgettable beauty. The people you meet along with the lessons learned will help anyone pursue what they want in their future."

Kendra Stieg
Costa Rica Study Abroad Program, 2009

Costa Rica is located in Central America. It is an ecologically-varied country surrounded by beautiful beaches, national parks and active volcanoes.

Why Costa Rica?

  • Costa Rica is a welcoming environment, with a culture that encourages tolerance and diversity.
  • Enroll in specialized Spanish language immersion courses with certified instructors and experience the local culture by living with host families.
  • Study in both San Jose (the capital city) and on the Pacific Coast near white sand beaches and the rainforest (Manuel Antonio).

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Program Itinerary Includes:

  • Spanish language classes (8:00 am -12:00 pm)
  • Optional Dance Instruction
  • Arenal Volcano Tour
  • Manuel Antonio Park Tour
  • Homestays

Courses of Study:

  • HUMN 381 - Spanish Instruction(required)
  • SABR 381 - The Study Abroad Experience(recommended)
  • HUMN 382 - Spanish for Healthcare or Business Professions
  • Service Learning (one afternoon per week)

Your Professor

The program director, Professor Gabriela Ziegler, teaches Spanish at Davenport University and is the Department Chair for Technology.  

Estimated program cost: $3,845 - $4,195 **
(Includes Tuition for HUMN 381 and HUMN 382)
** Pricing may change due to circumstances beyond university control.

Program cost includes:

  • Host family accommodations (breakfast and dinner included)
  • Hotel
  • Arenal Volcano Tour
  • Manuel Antonio Park Tour
  • Tuition for HUMN 381 & HUMN 382
  • Health insurance
  • Airfare
  • Optional Dance Instruction
  • Service Learning

Other associated expenses:

  • Passport
  • Immunizations
  • Lunches
  • Costa Rican exit tax ($26)
  • Personal expenses (shopping and entertainment)

Important Dates:

January 31, 2013 -- Application due

February 14, 2013 — Non-refundable deposit of $500
March 22, 2013 — Payment of 50% of balance
April 12, 2013 — Balance due: final payment

 

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