Are you are thinking about learning Spanish? Study in Costa Rica! Develop your language skills and enjoy amazing social and cultural activities. View our guide to studying Spanish in Costa Rica and find low cost courses from some of the best language schools.
Best Spanish Schools in Costa Rica
Based on student reviews, these are the most highly rated places to book classes:
- Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Heredia and Samara
- Academia Tica, Jaco Beach and San Jose
- Spanish by the River, Turrialba
- Máximo Nivel, Manuel Antonio and San Jose
- WAYRA Spanish School, Tamarindo Beach
- Spanish by the Sea, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Nosara Spanish Institute, Nosara
Spanish Classes in Costa Rica
You can choose between lots of different courses including:
• Spanish courses for adults
• Intensive Spanish courses
• Part-time Spanish courses
• Super intensive Spanish courses
• Spanish exam preparation courses
• Diplomas in Spanish as a foreign language (DELE)
• Spanish courses for professionals
• Spanish courses plus activities like cooking/surfing
Schools offer a wide variety of programs, from regular standard and intensive group courses starting every Monday, as well as Spanish programs for kids and teenagers. Moreover, to make sure you have all the options available to best fit your schedule, schools also offer private and semi-private lessons.
Experienced teachers in all of our accredited Spanish Courses in Costa Rica are native Spanish-speakers, mostly from Costa Rica, with years of experience in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Additionally, they will all usually have Bachelor’s Degree in arts in teaching Spanish as a second language and are dedicated to making you progress at a steady pace, according to your needs and abilities. At the same time, they will introduce you to the immense culture of this fascinating country! Equally important, most schools guarantee a maximum of 5 students per class or 7 students per class in high season for an optimum learning environment.
In order to ensure a deeper understanding of the language, students are encouraged to take part in day-to-day life and activities, making sure that you learn Spanish, not only inside the classroom, but by living the real Costa Rican lifestyle outside the classroom as well.
Upon completion of any of our Spanish Courses in Costa Rica, you will receive an Official Certificate!
Why Study in Costa Rica?
With so many destinations to study Spanish, why choose Costa Rica? This is one of the best places to book a language course in the world and you will be left awestruck by the nature, rainforests, volcanoes, beaches, national parks, wildlife, food, adventures and so much more.
Whether you are interested in a relaxing beach vacation, or was an intensive study trip, schools are committed to excellence and the quality of teaching methodology is a top priority. Furthermore, you can enjoy Costa Rica’s gorgeous beaches, which are the safest and most beautiful destinations of the Caribbean Coast!
Costa Rica’s capital San Jose, is home to cultural institutions like the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. At the same time, it is particularly known for its paradise-like beaches on the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean, active volcanoes, and very diverse wildlife.
You’ll find plenty of activities to choose from such as surfing lessons, scuba diving, eco tours, hiking through cloud-covered rainforests, biking through awesome trails, ziplining in national forests, yoga classes at the beach and more. Additionally, this peaceful and family-oriented country features an array of environmental attractions such as mighty volcanoes, misty cloud forests, stunning river valleys, and hundreds of beaches from famous to secluded ones.
Furthermore, it rains year-round in Costa Rica, although from December to April is generally considered the dry season, and the official rainy season starts in May. This amazing Central American country, is one of the world’s most bio-diverse ones, hosting over half a million species! Costa Rica quickly became one of the top destinations for nature lovers since more than 25% of the country is protected in national parks and reserves, such as the Manuel Antonio National Park, which hosts howling monkeys, sloths, lizards and much more.
In the far north-west, you will find the dry forests of Guanacaste, a Unesco Natural World Heritage site. On the south are hidden beaches at Nicoya Peninsula, while on the central Pacific coast is sunny Jacó. Also, local residents, known as Ticos, are friendly and eager to share their ecologically-rich home to visitors.
Popular Places to Study in Costa Rica
You can take accredited Spanish courses in cities like San Jose, Jaco Beach, Nosara, Playa Tamarindo, Turrialba, Heredia, Puntarenas, Manuel Antonio and Samara.
Cost & What’s Included
Price depends on the course, duration and the school.
All Spanish programs generally include:
• Welcome package and orientation on first day.
• Overview of your skills to place you in the correct level. Exam is taken before your first class.
• Professional and experienced native Spanish-speaking professors.
• All course material and extra resources at the school.
• Students Services so you are always supported.
• Wireless Internet at the school.
• Information regarding activities throughout the city.
• Students’ Meeting room and Open Air Common Area.
• Organized Weekend Activities.
• Cafeteria.
• Friendly Staff.
• Spacious and equipped classrooms.
• Housing Placement assistance, upon request.
• Travel advice and Information on extracurricular activities, upon request.
• Official Certificate upon completion of any of our Accredited Spanish Courses!
Accommodation Options
Costa Rican Host Family
To keep learning Spanish outside the classroom, we strongly recommend the option of home-stay living with a Costa Rican Host Family. You will be placed with a local family who will introduce you to the typical lifestyle of Costa Rica and will help you learn Spanish by practicing on a daily basis what you have learned in class and in day-to-day activities. Schools carefully select local families for homestays and you will become part of the family while in Costa Rica. You can select a private or a shared room. Additionally, you will be provided breakfast only or dinner as well each day with your family. Most Costa Rican families do not have air conditioning. They mostly use fans. You may book a hotel or rent an apartment if you feel like you will need extra cooling during your stay. Rates vary depending on the meal plan you chose, whether 1 meal or 2 per day.
Hotels
If you prefer the comfort and luxury of a hotel, schools can recommend a few options. Costa Rica offers countless hotel options in a wide range of prices and categories, from inexpensive hostels to luxury all-inclusive five-star resorts.
Book your Spanish Course in Costa Rica Today!
Your classmates will be an eclectic mix of people of all ages and professions from all over the world learning Spanish just like you, creating unforgettable friendships and enjoying the endless enchantment of Costa Rica.
Feel free to enroll in a Spanish program by filling out the application on the website of our featured schools any time and submitting your booking fee, so they can begin assisting you with your pre-course arrangements, such as accommodation and transportation for your arrival.
Most classes start every Monday!
FAQ
Do I need a visa to study in Costa Rica?
Most nationalities do not require a visa to study for up to 90 days.