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UCR Program Highlights for San José, Costa Rica

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About the Program
Courses
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Fees
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University Calendar
Eligibility Criteria
The city

Language spoken:
Spanish

Currency:
Colon CRC, ₡


Climate:
San José, Costa Rica, has a mild tropical climate with a dry season (December-April) offering warm, sunny days, and a rainy season (May-November) with afternoon showers and lush greenery. Year-round temperatures range from 15°C to 29°C (59°F to 84°F).

City type:
Population of 356,056 (2023)



The program

Program type:
  • Semester program

Host university:
Universidad de Costa Rica

Language of instruction:
Spanish

Terms offered:
Spring Term
Fall term

Credit type:
Costan Rican credit system





ARAMFO Deadline

FALL: Only elective courses

March 3, 2025



















Enrollment Steps


STEP 1: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements
STEP 2: Submit the online application (this application) and pay the application fee
STEP 3: An Aramfo Study Abroad team member will contact you to continue the application process
STEP 4: Receive your admission decision
STEP 5: Confirm your spot on the program

Important Travel Information: A valid passport is required to travel abroad or apply for a student entry visa. If you do not yet have a passport, it is important that you start        process now and email updates to ARAMFO staff about the status of your passport application.

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