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Costa Rica Spanish Immersion Semester

Study Abroad

 

Costa Rica Spanish Immersion Semester

Affiliated NSE Campus: Northern Arizona University

Program Information

Location

San Jose

Country

Costa Rica

Program Description

Experience more with NAU's International Immersion Program (IIP) in Costa Rica. This unique program is set in one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and diverse countries in Latin America. Soak up the sights and sounds of bustling San José and experience the lush beauty of Costa Rica’s cloud forests and beaches. There is a reason why Costa Rica was ranked #1 amongst countries that offer the happiest and most sustainable lives in 2021, according to the Happy Planey Index. Even more, Costa Rican Spanish is said to be among the easiest to understand, and makes an ideal location for second language learners. All in all, from the culture to the volcanoes, the people to the language, with Costa Rica NAU, you live it all. Pura vida!

Language of Instruction

English/Spanish

Courses in English

Yes

Disciplines

Spanish Language

Number of Credits

15

Program Transcript

Host Campus

These courses will appear on this university's transcript.

Eligibility Requirements

GPA Requirement

2.5 (Flexible)

Class Standing

Sophomore Junior Senior

Language Proficiency

Any level of Spanish

Access for Program

Program Administered By

Campus

Contact Information

Contact Name

Maria Emilia Machelor

Title

Education Abroad Advisor - North, Central, and South America, NSE

Tuition & Estimated Costs - Away Tuition Payment

NSE students are treated by their Away NSE campus as in-state residents for the purpose of assessing tuition/fees. International/study abroad costs identified below will be assessed to these students IN ADDITION to the in-state (resident) tuition/fees they will pay to their Away campus.

Program Fees

$7,450.00 per Semester

Misc Fees

450 for insurance/application fee per Semester

Program Terms

Term Timeframe

Spring Semester

Spring Semester

Program Dates: January 31, 2026 - April 24, 2026
Application Deadline: March 30, 2026