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Monteverde Spanish School
Monteverde, Costa Rica
- School Type: 1st Choice
- Language Taught: Spanish
- Spanish Program Quality:
Good
- Homestay Interaction:
Lots of Interaction
- Homestay Comforts:
Below Average
- School Organized Activities:
Some
Spanish School Facilities:
A modern 2-story building off the main road, surrounded by pine trees and facing the Gulf of Nicoya. 17 indoor classrooms, garden, video room with ping pong table, kitchen, dining area. Capacity is 70 students/day.
What We Like:
- Private room & laundry service
- Only 1 student per family
- Maximum 4 students per group
- Walking distance to the school
- Safe town in a beautiful area with breathtaking views
- School organizes activities
- Many interesting eco-tourism activities in the area
- Possible to switch to San Joaquin or Flamingo Beach campuses
- Academic credit available
What We Don't Like:
- Very limited public transportation available for local commutes
- Many English speakers in the area
- Basic living conditions (small room, plain food, etc.)
Participants:
Mainly university students and professionals from US.
Accreditation Memberships:
Approved for credit through several US institutions including: University of Southern Mississippi.
Other:
Additional campus in San Joaquin (a few minutes outside of San Jose), and Flamingo Beach. Accommodations with homestays. You may sign up for these campuses when registering. Onsite changes usually require 2 weeks notice, $50 charge, and are based on availability.
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