Program Details

The CCS Study Abroad program in Costa Rica combines impactful volunteer work with coursework in Spanish language, Latin American culture, and community engagement through service learning.

Location:
Cartago, Costa Rica
Program Type:
Study Abroad
Degree Level:
Undergraduate
Term:
Academic Year, Fall Semester, MayMester Intersession, Rolling Starts, Spring Break, Spring Semester, Summer, Winter Semester, Year Round

Program Overview

Program Description:

Are you looking for a way to improve your Spanish language skills, expand your knowledge of Latin America, and develop your sense of global citizenship? We've got you covered; CCS Study Abroad, A Service-Centered Semester in Costa Rica. Our program combines impactful volunteer work with coursework in Spanish language, Latin American culture, and community engagement through the pedagogy of service learning.

We've proudly partnered with Portland State University and the Universidad de Costa Rica. Our Study Abroad program is led by highly experienced professionals in international volunteering, service learning, and international education.We are here to help you with financial aid options and credit transfer information.

Study Abroad with Cross-Cultural Solutions and you'll experience experience Costa Rica not as a tourist, but as a member of the community.

Setting Description:
Whether your version of Pura Vida includes surfing or scaling mountains, howler monkeys or hummingbirds, coffee of cocao, camping or canyoning — alright, you get our point — well, you'll find it when you volunteer in Costa Rica. A worldwide leader in ecotourism, Costa Rica is known for its rich biodiversity, myriad ecosystems, and not to mention its warm and welcoming people. Learn more about this vibrant country firsthand with our Costa Rica volunteer program.
Cost:
starts at 5000.00 USD. please contact us for more details

Additional Program Information

Requirements:
- Your academic transcript from your university - Your resume - A personal reference from a professor, community leader, or international educator
Scholarships:
Yes
Scholarships Description:
contact us for more details