May 10 - June 6 July 12 - Aug 8 October 18 - November 14 November 1 - November 28
Courses
Elementary Spanish
Intermediate Spanish
Upper Intermediate Spanish
Advanced Spanish
All Courses include SPANISH IN THE CITY. Click here to learn more!
Study Abroad for a Month in Costa Rica
Enjoy the beautiful beach of Samara, Costa Rice while improving your Spanish. As the perfect place to have a short-term study abroad program, you can't go wrong when you choose to learn Spanish abroad in Costa Rica.
Improve your Spanish fast with 24 contact hours per week. Our local professors tailor lessons to your level and goals, ideal for quick progress.
Life in Costa Rica is all about Pura Vida. Enjoy your life to the fullest, all while living a relaxing tranquil day to day.
Earn up to 6 U.S. university credits in one month. Our courses are accredited and designed to meet U.S. higher ed standards.
Study Spanish Abroad in Costa Rica
Upcoming Start Dates
Intensive Month: | Program Dates: | Application Due: |
May 2026 | May 10 - June 6 | April 1, 2026 |
July 2026 | July 12 - Aug 8 | June 1, 2026 |
October 2026 | October 18 - November 14 | September 1, 2026 |
November 2026 | November 1 - November 28 | October 1, 2026 |
Explore Sámara & Our School
Spanish courses meet in the afternoons, leaving your mornings free for beach time, surfing, and exploring Sámara. Our courses from 2:30 to 6:30 PM, so you'll have time to practice Spanish around Sámara before class.
Classes meet at a cozy local café in central Sámara where you can return to practice with locals and classmates outside class hours.
All of our Spanish professors are locals and natives, who focus on real daily usage and practical communication skills
Hikes to secret beaches, dancing classes, yoga sessions, and welcome tours. Activities run mornings before Spanish classes to take advantage of Costa Rica's best weather.
End-of-week celebrations with karaoke, local vibes, and dancing. Connect with your class, meet locals, and practice Spanish in a relaxed setting.
Start Your Intensive Month in Buenos Aires!
We’ll help organize your housing, visa (if needed), and start date.
Fly in the weekend before your program begins.
Meet your new classmates and start your immersive journey.
Student Housing
Homestay
Stay with a Costa Rican host family and enjoy true cultural immersion from the moment you arrive. Ideal for students who want to practice Spanish every day while enjoying a welcoming and authentic home atmosphere.
Private single or double bedroom. Double bedroom available for 2 students traveling together.
Half-board: breakfast and dinner
Safe neighborhoods