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Arcos Learning Abroad in Heredia, Costa Rica: Summer
(Directory Program)
Animal Science, Culture, Film, History, Internships, Latin American Studies, Literature
Program Type:
Internship Abroad, Study Abroad
Program Description:
Program Overview
Study abroad in Costa Rica, one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The program is based in Heredia, one of Costa Rica’s first colonial cities which is now a colorful and exciting university town outside of the capital, San José. Explore the verdant cloud forests and tropical coastlines while immersing yourself in the Spanish language and culture. The Arcos Learning Abroad program offers a wide variety of academic options making this a desirable study abroad destination for a wide-range of students. Programs include tuition, housing with a homestay, excursions, cultural activities, insurance and dedicated resident directors.
Academic Offerings
Arcos Learning Abroad offers a wide variety of academic options for students to choose from. Students earn 3 to 6 credits per program session. Multiple summer sessions are offered allowing students to extend their study abroad experience. Listed below are the unique programming options available:
Spanish Language & Culture:
Lower and upper division Spanish language courses
Electives in Spanish available in:
Latin American Civilization & Culture
Latin American Literature
Phonetics & Phonology
Business Spanish
Latin American Film
Advanced Grammar
Latin American History & Culture
Conversation & Culture
Written & Oral Communication
Conversation & Composition
Internships:
Social Work
Education
Business
Social Sciences
Engineering
Hotel Management
Animal Studies
Schools of Record: International Polytechnic University (Spanish classes and electives) & Hispanoamerican University (Internships)
Excursions & Cultural Activities
Excursions:
Pacific Beach Trip
Rainforest, Hot Springs & La Fortuna Waterfall (Arenal Volcano region)