Costa Rica has historically positioned itself as a top location for studying in general, but for learning the Spanish language specifically. The country is a small package with a great variety of nature, culture and places to study. There are some special advantages for students. Let’s take a look:

• One of the best Spanish accents for learners: Costa Ricans are known for their clear and neutral Spanish accent. Language students can understand better and communicate effectively compared to our fellow Spanish-speaking countries.

• “Pura Vida” people: easy going with a positive take on life is how ticos describe ourselves. This now famous country motto is a true way of living, expressing warmth and openness. In the end, this provides students with plenty of opportunities for meaningful linguistic interactions and for sharing life experiences. Costa Ricans are uniquely friendly and always make sure to provide a good time for travelers, visitors and students.

• Long-standing schools: Spanish teaching in Costa Rica goes back many years to the time when cooperation missions and academics used it as the main starting point and base for their work all over the region along with the first travelers discovering this little country. Therefore, the sector has enjoyed a good position in Latin America. Most Spanish schools have worked for decades and still keep up their quality and reputation.

• Exuberant with diverse nature and wildlife: Costa Rica is a small country and yet it is recognized as one of the world's most biodiverse countries. This means students have many opportunities to encounter a rich variety of plant and animal species, but also different environments and natural attractions: from the high peaks of active volcanoes to the dense lowland jungles. Of course, it’s impossible to miss the misty cloud forests and a huge number of beautiful beaches in both Pacific and Caribbean coasts.

• Safety plus reliable healthcare: with a strong democratic history, Costa Rica is a safe destination to visit and travel freely and easily. Reliable private and public medical attention offers well-being and peace of mind for short and long stays.

• Excellent accessibility: Costa Rica is well connected to North America and Europe, making it easily accessible for travelers. It’s convenient geographic position and diverse tourist attractions makes it a prime hub in Latin America.

• Year-round pleasant weather: enjoy a pleasant tropical climate with a variety of microclimates. You can experience the cool, crisp air on top of a volcano and bask in the warm sunshine at the beach within a few hours.

• More than Spanish: next to immersing in the culture of Costa Rica, our natural diversity and specific characteristics of the country allow students to better understand the world and change their perspective. You can learn about our energy system with almost 100% renewable energy, the importance of the conservation efforts that allowed the country to reverse deforestation decades ago and now feature public and private protected areas, strong public health system that allowed a swift response during the pandemic and many other topics to explore in and out of class.

• It’s happy for a reason: all the advantages above point to one conclusion: Costa Rica is the top Spanish-speaking country in the World Happiness Report and many other rankings confirm. Nicoya, an area located in the Northern Pacific is considered one of the five Blue Zones in the world where people live longer, experience greater well-being and are happier. Costa Rica is also a peaceful country that decided to exchange its army for public services for its citizens in 1948. Discover the secrets to their happiness firsthand!

Costa Rica provides a remarkable combination of awe-inspiring natural beauty, friendly and hospitable locals, and an immersive environment that offers an ideal setting for learning Spanish. Discover Costa Rica by enrolling in one of the Spanish schools in nine convenient locations that are part of the globalEdu consortium.

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CPI Spanish Immersion School: https://cpi-edu.com
Academia Tica: https://www.academiatica.com
ILISA Educational Experiences: https://ilisa.com
Intensa: https://intensa.com
Wayra Spanish Institute: https://wayra.cr
Nosara Spanish Institute: https://www.nosaraspanishinstitute.com