Study Abroad in Costa Rica
This course is soon to be ACE accredited! What does this mean?
* Anyone can take this course & receive 3 credits that transfer to their home institution!
*Over 1900 Colleges & Universities accept ACE transcripts. Click here to see if your home institution supports ACE accreditation
Course Fees
The cost of this 15 day, 14 night Costa Rican adventure is $1800
This includes the following services:
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All in-country:
- transportation
- lodging
- meals & snacks
- drinks (water, fresh juice)
- excursions required by the class
- guide fees
- tips
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School supplies- textbooks, journal, wildlife cards, etc.
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Guide fees & tips (including the bus driver)
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Excursions required by the class
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Basic medical kit
This fee does not include:
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Zip-lining $35 & white water rafting $55
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Alcohol & souvenirs- most students bring ~$200 extra (depends on if you're a shopper &/or drinker)
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Exit Visa $28
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Airline flight to & from Costa Rica (SJO) $variable
Airline Information
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Flights to Costa Rica should be for the San Jose, Costa Rica airport or SJO- be careful to NOT book your ticket to San Jose, California!
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Many students use frequent flyer miles- families & friends can donate them to you
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Airline carriers to Costa Rica (SJO): LACSA, US Airways, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, United Airlines, American Airlines, Avianca - AerovÃas Nacionales de Colombia, and S.A.Air Canada
Checklist
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Register for the course
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$300 deposit
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Passport that is valid at least 6 months after the trip
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Apply for scholarship
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Paperwork-
- Application
- Risk Waiver
- Code of Conduct
- Medical Form
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Airline ticket for Costa Rica- SJO
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Complete 4 online Quizzes before trip
Cost & Logistics
Information on the course fee, airline reservation & a checklist of what needs to be done before hand