Semester Program in Costa Rica

ILISA offers a unique opportunity to spend a semester abroad in Costa Rica or Panama. This 4-month program immerses you in the country’s language and culture, allowing you to experience life as a local while building your Spanish proficiency.

Program Highlights:

• Language Learning and Cultural Integration: You’ll take Spanish classes while engaging in various cultural experiences. Live with a Costa Rican family, explore local museums, join dance classes, and venture to beautiful, exotic locations on weekends.
• Academic Credits: Complete the equivalent of 3 semesters of Spanish in just one semester abroad, gaining a strong foundation in the language that can offer you a professional edge.
• Diverse Course Offerings: We offer a range of courses tailored to different levels and interests, including language skills, conversation practice, and cultural studies.

Available Courses:

• Language Courses:
  • Spanish I (SPN 1120)
  • Spanish II (SPN 1121)
  • Spanish III (SPN 2200)
  • Spanish IV (SPN 2201)
• Conversation Courses:
  • Conversation I
  • Conversation II
  • Advanced Conversation
• Cultural and Literature Courses:
  • Culture through Films
  • Culture and Civilization
  • Latin American Literature
  • Latin American Current Events