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USAC Costa Rica: Heredia - Spanish Language, Ecological, and Latin American Studies (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Heredia, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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  • Program Sponsor: USAC 
  • Restrictions: Earlham applicants only
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Eligible Class Years: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Language of Instruction: English, Spanish
Housing Options: Host Family Program Type: Partner Program: Study
Open to All Majors: YES Areas of Study: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Comparative Languages and Linguistics, Economics, Education 3+1, English, Environmental Sustainability, Exercise Science, History, International Studies, Medical Humanities, Peace and Global Studies, Politics, Psychology, Sociology/Anthropology, Spanish and Hispanic Studies, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Fulfills General Education Requirement(s): YES Eligibility: Must meet provider GPA requirement
Prerequisite(s) Required?: NO Open to Non-Earlham Students: NO
Program Sponsorship Indicator: USAC
Program Description:
   
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Study abroad in Heredia, Costa Rica

Heredia
 
Study and explore the language and culture by selecting courses ranging from four levels of Spanish to ecological and Latin American studies, and participating in volunteer and internship opportunities. 

Take advantage of outdoor recreation by taking a selfie with a sloth on the Caribbean coast, and explore the vast rainforest, volcanoes, nature reserves, and other beautiful areas of Costa Rica on field trips. 

Immerse yourself in the local culture by practicing your Spanish by spending time with local students. 

Enjoy the benefits of easy access to the cultural, historic, and urban highlights of the capital city, San Jose, and the Pacific Ocean.

What's included

Tuition and fees
Housing information assistance
Personalized pre-departure advising
Visa guidance
Parental support and advisement
Scholarship advising and assistance
Transcript assistance
Student health insurance
Local travel resources, tips, suggestions
24-hour emergency support
And more...
 



 
 

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Terms available

  

Credit-earning options
English
Spanish		   Spring
Summer
Fall
Yearlong		   Undergraduate
 
 
Learn More About The USAC Heredia Program
 
 
Historically, USAC awards more than $2 million in scholarships, grants, and discounts annually.  
USAC is an award-winning nonprofit international education provider. Since 1982, USAC has provided affordable, valuable study abroad programs that enable you to enhance your academics while providing opportunities and lessons that build interpersonal, time-management, problem-solving, and adaptability skills that will aid in your career development.
 


 



Program Costs

  • The cost of the program is equivalent to one semester of on-campus charges: tuition, room and board, and fees. The program charges cover all academic costs, housing, meals, and academic excursions during the course of the program. 
  • The program fees do not include costs of round-trip transportation to and from program location, passport fees, visa expenses, personal travel, books, or personal items. 


Financial Aid

Students are eligible to apply their financial aid to one Earlham or Earlham-approved off-campus program during their college career.


Earlham Scholarships

Travel awards are available to assist students who want to study abroad with an Earlham program but find it difficult to manage the added expense of airfare. The funds are to be used for expenses related to travel to and from the destination of your program. Students are selected for these scholarships based on the quality of their scholarship application combined with a demonstrated financial need, as determined by the Center for Global Education in consultation with the Financial Aid Office. Apply for Earlham's travel awards here.


Application Process

The application process involves the completion of multiple steps:
  1. Submit the Application for Earlham-Approved Off-Campus Study Programs.
  2. Complete an interview with a campus program representative.
  3. Receive approval from Earlham.
  4. Complete the specific program application.
  5. Receive notification from the program provider about your acceptance to the program.


Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 03/15/2025 ** 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.