Summer in Costa Rica at Universidad Veritas offers varied courses that help you earn credit toward graduation while gaining fluency in Spanish. Veritas is a great place to learn more about Costa Rica’s history, culture, environment, politics, and more!
We have three amazing study options for you in our Summer in Costa Rica program! A four-week Spanish language intensive program in which you will take one Spanish language course; a five-week language and culture program in which you will take one Spanish language program and one elective course; and an eight-week Spanish language and culture program in which you will take two Spanish language courses and one elective.
GPA Required: 2.5. If you find your GPA is lower than the requirement, do not despair! Use the "Contact An Advisor" button on this page or call us to let us know your situation. We'll do all we can to find the right program for you.
How to choose your courses
Now for the fun part! As part of the application process you will be required to complete the CISabroad Course Selection Worksheet found in the CISabroad Application Page. The following instructions will guide you through the steps of choosing your courses for each of our summer programs.
Course load:
4-week Spanish language intensive: 1 course (4-5 US credits)
5-week Spanish language and culture: 2 courses (8-9 US credits)
8-week Spanish language and culture: 3 courses (13-14 US credits)
Course approval for Spanish language: placement exam
When selecting a Spanish-language course, choose the one whose description best reflects your current abilities. Once you’re accepted into the program, we will send you instructions for taking an online placement exam so that Veritas can begin to assess your level of Spanish. Then, on the first day of classes at Veritas, you will have an oral examination to determine the ideal course level for you. Language courses are taught in blocks. At the end of each block, you will be tested and then have the opportunity to move to a higher level.
Course approval for English electives
It is best to get 2–3 elective classes approved before you go abroad. This way you will have plenty of classes to choose from and some flexibility in setting up your schedule.
Click here for a list of English electives. Please note that not all courses may be available over the summer as availability is based on enrollment.
Click here for elective courses taught in Spanish. Please note that not all courses may be available over the summer as availability is based on enrollment.