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IFSA - Universidad Nacional (Study Abroad Program)

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  • Locations: Heredia, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic), IOP Year (calendar)
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: IFSA 

  • This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.
Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program. If you were expecting to find an available application, there are few possible reasons why:

  1. If it is for a program starting anytime from summer 2025 to spring 2026, applications will not open until later: November 14, 2024 for summer 2025; November 20, 2024 for programs beginning fall 2025; and April 15, 2025 for programs beginning winter or spring 2026. However, deadlines will be available online. Consider signing up for alerts in your inbox with our interest list and on your phone with the UC Merced Connect app.
  2. If it is for an earlier term, the deadline for the program may have passed quite some time ago.
  3. If the program has limited spots, the program may now be full and no longer accepting new applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.75 Click here for a definition of this term Class standing: 1-Freshman, 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Language of instruction: Spanish Housing options: Home-stay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Art history, Art studio, Biochemistry, Biological sciences, Business administration, Chemistry, Computer science, Earth and space sciences, Economics, Engineering, English, Environmental studies, History, International studies, Legal studies, Linguistics, Philosophy, Physics, Political science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Zoology
Program Description:
TD-UNacional
IFSA - UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL PARTNERSHIP
Geotag  Heredia, Costa Rica

WHY STUDY IN CITY?
An active, student-friendly suburb of San José, Heredia is a city in the mountains. With volcanic national parks, tropical forests, and downtown life just minutes away, you have access to environmental wonders and the perks of a city, including sports, a variety of ethnic foods, and events such as concerts and speakers. In your spare time, visit the picture-perfect waterfalls and gleaming rivers that surround Heredia.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
In Heredia, it’s easy to combine an interest in sustainable living and passion for nature with aspirations to take your Spanish language skills to the next level. Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica (UNA) offers top-ranked academics taught in Spanish, in a country known to put education first. After class, explore the Mercado Central or go for a hike. This small, walkable city sits in Costa Rica’s central valley, surrounded by beautiful mountains and coffee plantations, with trails a 15-minute bus ride from UNA.  

Visit IFSA - Universidad Nacional Partnership on the IFSA website for complete academic details including a list of classes and syllabi.

ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
Program activities and excursions are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. While optional, they are included in your total program fee. Activities and excursions vary each term based on availability, but may include:
  • City-as-Text Activity
  • Sachi Oxcart Painting Workshop
  • Latin Dance Class
  • Sustainable Chocolate Production Experience
  • Migration workshop
  • Gender Identity in Costa Rica Workshop
  • Huetar Indigenous Territory Day Trip
  • Casa Nube Visit
  • Permaculture and Sustainability Farming Trip
  • Poas Volcano and Doka Coffee Farm Visit
  • Finca Madrina and El Copal Biological Reserve
 
 
Learn About This Program
Scholarship & Financial Aid
    
 
  BEGIN YOUR STUDY ABROAD JOURNEY  
 
 
IFSA Global Wayfinder
Choose your ideal program by customizing and personalizing your search filters. Using IFSA’s search tool, you can find programs by searching beyond location and area of study. 
  
 
IFSA CHART
Using CHART, you’ll be able to see which classes abroad fit easily into your academic plan. You can also see which classes your home institution has already approved to guarantee that your credits will align.
  
 
IFSA Website

Apply Online Today.
Our easy online application process is here for you! Simply log in to the IFSA Student Portal and answer questions about yourself to get started. If you get stuck or have questions, reach out to our IFSA team. We’re here to help.
  
WHAT’S INCLUDED
  • Academic Support
  • Administrative Fees and Applications Fees
  • Activities and Excursions (including transportation and meals)
  • Education Fees
  • Guaranteed Housing
  • International Medical Insurance
  • Internet Access in Housing
  • Internship, Directed Research, and Volunteer Opportunities (on many programs)
  • Meals (on some programs)
  • Official Transcript with U.S. Credit Translation
  • On-site Orientation
  • On-site Staff Support (including in-person meetings and emergencies)
  • Prearrival Advising

WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
 
 
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This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.