The current schedule of classes is available about a month before the start of each semester. You can explore the areas of strong Indian heritage in the northwest, the Creole culture found among the steep mountain gorges and lush tropical lowlands along the Caribbean coast, or the sun-drenched beaches bordered by rocky promontories along the Pacific coast. Housing Participants are given the opportunity to live with host families and to experience Costa Rican life and culture first-hand. This is the prefect way to learn about Costa Rican families, customs, and cuisine. It is also a great way to practice and improve your Spanish skills.
Families provide room and partial board and a variety of services, including laundry.
The UCR staff makes all arrangements for your home stay. In Costa Rica students also have the option of making their own housing arrangements. The Albany and UCR staffs are not able to get involved in the search, rental decision, or contract process for your accommodations. In this situation, you are fully responsible for making final arrangements. These costs are estimates and include tuition, university fees, room, board, and round-trip air fare.