Study in San Ramón, Costa Rica (USAC)
The Program
Study in English or Spanish in the heart of Costa Rica
The San Ramón program allows students to study upper division science courses in an ideal location for ecology, biology, and health sciences, in small groups with field experience. Students can also participate in independent research, internships, or volunteer in field-related institutions, and get hands-on experiential learning about local flora and fauna in field study courses. Enjoy a small town atmosphere with easy access to the cultural, historic, and urban highlights of San José, and to the Pacific coast.
Program Location
Costa Rica
San Ramon
San Ramón is located about halfway between San José and Puntarenas in the beautiful Central Valley of Costa Rica and it is just a short walk from many hiking trails that let you wander through the beautiful mountainside. Set against a dramatic backdrop of mountains, San Ramón is truly the heart of Costa Rica, where you will encounter friendly people and a peaceful, relaxed lifestyle.
Academics
The San Ramón program is designed for science majors interested in learning more about health, ecology, and conservation biology in Costa Rica. You can find more information on the courses offered here.
Housing and Meals
All students in the USAC Costa Rica programs live in homestay accommodations. The host families are located within easy commuting distance of the university and will provide you with daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| ATW Program cost | $10,770 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Homestay housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• International SOS Health Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,200 |
| Additional meals | $100 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $350 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $130 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $150 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total | $3,030.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket and visa costs, while some of these expenses, such as meals and local transportation, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
*The $100 non-refundable USAC application fee you paid USAC has already been deducted from the program cost.
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| Program cost per Semester | $10,115 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Homestay housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• International SOS Health Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,200 |
| Additional meals | $200 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $350 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $260 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $300 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total | $4,410.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| ATW Program cost | $10,770 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Homestay housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• International SOS Health Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,200 |
| Additional meals | $100 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $350 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $130 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $150 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total | $3,030.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.