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Aerial view of a roundabout in San Jose, Costa Rica

Study Abroad in San José, Costa Rica

Get the opportunity to uncover the impressive biodiversity and high level of environmental awareness the country is known for. 

Aerial view of a roundabout in San Jose, Costa Rica

Why you'll love San José, Costa Rica

San José, or Chepe, as it is lovingly called by locals, is the political, economic and cultural hub of Costa Rica. It allows you to experience a bustling and cosmopolitan Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of Costa Rica's pristine wonders at your fingertips. 

Young woman standing on the steps of a historic yellow building in Panama City, Panama.
Group of young adults at La Fortuna Waterfall, Costa Rica
Young woman kayaking on Lake Arenal in Costa Rica, with Arenal Volcano in the distance.
A group of friends enjoying a rainforest adventure on a hanging bridge.

Explore what's possible in San José

These programs are your chance to study, explore, and live like a local in San José, Costa Rica.

  • Community Engagement in Costa Rica

    Community Engagement in Costa Rica

    Get the unique opportunity to serve alongside local professionals in health facilities, local schools, and after-school programs in one of the most advanced countries in Latin America in the areas of healthcare and education.
    Summer

    Starting At$3,850

  • Semester at Universidad VeritasFieldwork Component

    Semester at Universidad Veritas

    Boost your Spanish skills and earn credits in environmental studies, health science, or liberal arts in sunny Costa Rica.
    Semester

    Starting At$12,250

  • Intensive Spanish Language

    Intensive Spanish Language

    Boost your Spanish skills fast with an intensive month at Universidad Veritas in San José.
    Intensive Month

    Starting At$4,250

  • Summer at Universidad VeritasFieldwork Component

    Summer at Universidad Veritas

    Improve your Spanish skills and earn credits in environmental studies, health science, or liberal arts in sunny Costa Rica.
    Summer

    Starting At$4,995

  • Intensive Spanish Language

    Intensive Spanish Language

    Boost your Spanish skills fast with two intensive lanugage classes at Universidad Veritas in San José.
    Quarter

    Starting At$8,450

  • J-Term at Universidad VeritasStudy Sustainability

    J-Term at Universidad Veritas

    Spend your winter break in San José with hands-on courses in environment, health, and wellness at Universidad Veritas.
    J-Term

    Starting At$4,450

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