Summer International Studies
Costa Rica
- San Jose:
San Jose
- Monteverde:
Monteverde
Term: Summer
Dates: June 8 - July 20, 2010
Description:
This program will be based at the UGA Costa Rica campus in San Luis de Monteverde, and will include many local field excursions and activities (e.g., San Luis waterfall, Finca La Bella, Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve, zip-lines, and more). The program will spend a week in the Central Valley meeting with local guest speakers, exploring the capital city, San Jose, and the week-long excursion will include a full day of white-water rafting on Costa Rica's legendary Rio Pacuare. The program will also visit one of Costa Rica's beautiful Pacific Coast beaches.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- African Studies
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Sciences
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- Business
- International Business
- International Relations
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- Latin American Studies
- Spanish
- Spanish Literature
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Cost in US$: 5,250 USD
Cost Include Description:
The program costs approximately 5,250 USD plus in-state UGA tuition and fees. It covers lodging, meals, study abroad insurance, entry fees, and transportation. Additional costs include personal items and airfare.***Note: Out-of-state students pay in-state tuition. The HOPE scholarship applies. Non-UGA Student Costs & Transient Application
An additional application and 50 USD processing fee is required for non-UGA students to enroll. Contact the UGA Costa Rica Office to confirm when you have started the application process. Non-UGA students will be charged 250 USD, in addition to their tuition, which is assessed by the UGA Bursar's office.
Experience Required: yes
Open to all students majoring in Spanish, Business, Agriculture, International Affairs, Latin American Studies
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Costa Rica
Independently
or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
or
in Groups
Scholarships are Available. Please contact UGA Costa Rica for more information on scholarships and financial aid.
Application Process Involves:
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Written Application
Post-Program Services Include:
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Alumni Network
- Job and Internship Network
University of Georgia's Mission Statement: Our Mission is to provide excellence in academic programs and research opportunities while serving as the best equipped social, cultural, environmental and international facility of the University of Georgia. Our Vision is to work under the principles of environmental, cultural, social and economic stability, as well as to serve as an example of sustainability to the academic and non-academic communities of Costa Rica, Latin America and the World.
Year Founded: 1785
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