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Costa Rica: Language, Society, & the Environment

San José, Costa Rica

Living arrangements

A tour of a student's host family

Homestay with a Costa Rican family


The homestay experience is a central part of the program. Living with a family provides an excellent opportunity to learn about Costa Rican culture.

The student's family provides a room, laundry service, breakfast and dinner during the week, and all meals on weekends.

Costa Rica: Language, Society, & the Environment

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Michelle Nikolai When I look back on my experience in Costa Rica, there are so many memorable moments- I learned so much about the culture, the language, and the people while I was there. My little abuelita taught me to cook picadillo de papas and keep a positive attitude. I learned how to navigate through the countryside even after my bus broke down. The natives of Guatil de Santa Cruz taught me how to turn clay into beautiful pottery. Above all, the scenery and people were amazing!

—Michelle Nikolai, Costa Rica, Fall 2005

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