Costa Rica
Costa Rica's history & society ... photo album ... maps ... links

The program
Immersion in daily life ... schedule ... orientation ... field trips ... Spanish language ... Intro to Costa Rica ... Rural Stay ... Core Course ... Independent Study Project

Information
Eligibility ... credit and grades ... academic year program ... program staff ... living arrangements ... ACM Center ... costs ... how to apply

Contacts
Campus program advisors ... ACM office

Living and studying

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.

Right: A student with members of his host family.

Classes at the ACM center in San Jose

A Spanish-speaking environment is maintained at the ACM center, where the program's classes are held. The center also has a library, computer and audiovisual facilities, and a lounge.

At left and below: The ACM center in San Jose.

Students have access to facilities at the University of Costa Rica, which is nearby. Students can use the university’s sports facilities (gymnasium, pool, basketball courts) and can join clubs and teams (chess, outdoor activities, basketball, tennis).

ACM promotes interaction with university students by coordinating visits to English classes. Students also receive orientation to facilitate their bibliographical research in the university’s library system.