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Experience San José

Guarded by majestic volcanoes and green hills honoring the natural beauty that exists throughout the nation’s terrain, San José is a city that takes pride in its rich traditions and democratic freedom. The Spanish spoken in Costa Rica is considered one of the purest and easiest to understand in Latin America.

• Immerse yourself in Costa Rican student life on the campus of Veritas University, our local Global Partner
• Take advantage of the modern facilities and convenient location of the Residencia Tierrasol while experiencing the camaraderie of living with other CEA students
• Discover spectacular natural wonders such as volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls, beaches, and tropical forests on CEA excursions
• Enrich your experience by volunteering a few hours a week at a local orphanage or school
• Participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities from adventure and eco-tourism to history and culture

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San Jose Programs

Program		Sessions	Program Summary
	Spanish Language, Liberal Arts & Sciences Veritas University	Trimester Summer	Courses available in English and Spanish Intended for students of all language levels Acquire knowledge of Costa Rican culture and history while cultivating Spanish language skills
	Environmental Studies Veritas University	Trimester Summer	Courses available in English and Spanish Intended for students of all language levels Study the environment in a region that leads the field of environmental conservation
	Medical Spanish & Health Sciences Veritas University	Trimester Summer	Courses available in Spanish and English Intended for students of all levels interested in using Spanish in the medical field Acquire Spanish language skills and an understanding of the cultural elements that influence interactions with Hispanic patients Gain insight into Costa Rica's socialized Health Care System, its strengths and weaknesses as well as the medical challenges presented by the country's tropical environment
	Intensive Spanish Language Veritas University	Summer Short Term	Courses available in Spanish Intended for students of all language levels Acquire and improve Spanish language skills within an intensive period