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Locations: San Jose, Costa Rica
Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	UCM Deadline	Campus Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
IOP Spring	2027	09/07/2026 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
IOP Fall	2027	05/07/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form for a possible extension.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.50	Housing options:	Home-stay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study:	Anthropology, Art studio, Biological sciences, Business administration, Earth and space sciences, Economics, English, Environmental studies, History, International studies, Legal studies, Linguistics, Philosophy, Political science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Zoology

Program Description:

Community Engagement in San José

Make a meaningful impact while immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and natural beauty of San José, Costa Rica.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Our dedicated team will connect you with a local organization aligned with your interests and goals
Learn from local professionals in health facilities, local schools, after-school programs, and more
Serve alongside community members and complete integrated coursework designed to foster reflection and build intercultural skills
Experience a bustling and cosmopolitan Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of Costa Rica's pristine wonders at your fingertips
Make the most of your time abroad with interactive activities, like hiking through rainforest trails, soaking in volcanic hot springs, and preparing traditional Costa Rican dishes

Discover San José

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.

The WorldStrides Difference

Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.

Meet Alex Z.

"I feel like I've found a second home in Costa Rica. The enriching ideology of "pura vida" taken from the locals – not just a phrase, but a way of life – has helped me grow as a person and a student in ways I never thought imaginable."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!