Costa Rica

By Faith V.

Published Jan. 21, 2026

Wow! Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to. The flora, the fauna, are vibrant with rich colors and the people here exude that vibrancy as well. I’ve made so many friends abroad and I have met people that are very important to me and have changed my life even.…

By Abigail R.

Published Jan. 21, 2026

A small country with a broad palate — Costa Rica has a diverse variety of food, fit to everyone's taste. While staying in San Jose, I ate Japanese, Italian, Mexican, American, and of course, traditional Costa Rican food. Driving through the main roads, signs promoting all types of cuisine whiz overhead. From Korean to South…

By Bri S.

Published Aug. 29, 2025

Unforgettable memories in Costa Rica — from exploring volcanoes, visiting rainforests, and seeing amazing wildlife, to soaking in hot springs, relaxing by the pool, enjoying the beach, savoring the cuisine, soaking up the culture, visiting beautiful churches, making incredible friends and learning comparative criminal justice at the Costa Rica Learning Academy! https://flic.kr/p/2rpzjp6 Costa Rica adventures…

By Tanner S.

Published June 3, 2025

My study abroad program to Costa Rica was full of new experiences, great people and amazing views. One of my favorite parts was visiting a local community center called Sifais. We got to spend time learning how the center supports the neighborhood. This community center helps thousands of children each year achieve educational goals and…

By Madison B.

Published March 19, 2025

Hello! My name is Madison and I'm currently in my last semester at Sinclair School of Nursing. I had the wonderful opportunity over winter break to study abroad for a week and a half in Costa Rica. Even though we weren't there for long, I learned so much and saw many beauties of Costa Rica.…

By Jada G.

Published March 17, 2025

Traveling has helped me appreciate the little things in life and realize how much I often take for granted. It might sound silly, but I had a moment recently that truly made me stop and think. Happiness isn't about material things — it's about the experiences that shape us. I was sitting on the beach…

By Tyler R.

Published Feb. 7, 2025

My time in Costa Rica is an experience I will never forget. From trying new foods to learning about an entirely different health care system, every moment was special. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to study abroad, immerse myself in a vibrant culture and connect with the amazing people I met along the way.…

By Hunter L.

Published Jan. 29, 2025

When I went to Costa Rica, it was my first time out of the country, so I was a little worried about how everything would go. Another concern of mine was that I didn't really have any friends going on the program as well, so I worried about feeling alone or left out. However, after…

By Samuel L.

Published Jan. 23, 2025

My 10 days in Costa Rica were spent traveling to different national parks, conservation areas and reservations examining the beautiful country and all that its ecosystems had to offer. The most interesting topic I discovered about Costa Rica wasn’t the wildlife or the breathtakingly beautiful views. It was actually the soil. There is not one…

By Jillian B.

Published Jan. 21, 2025

My brief study abroad experience was to learn about the natural history and conservation issues of the small country. Seeing the beautiful landscapes with the likes of the cloud forest, the coast of the pacific gulf and the bountiful flora and fauna that lived there were often framed by the issues that plagued them. Greedy…