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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Housing Options: Home Stay
Areas of Study: Ecology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Health and Human Services, Health Science, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Marine Science, Molecular Biology, Photography, Psychology, Public Health, Spanish, Tourism, Women's Studies Class Status: 1-freshman, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-graduate student, 6-other
Program Type: study abroad Language of Instruction: English, Spanish
Program Description:
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J-term at Universidad Veritas

Spend your winter break at Universidad Veritas in San José. This two-week J-Term program offers one intensive, project-based course taught in English, with field study components that take learning beyond the classroom.

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Program highlights

  • Explore global perspectives on sustainability, ecology, and health through hands-on coursework

  • Advanced Spanish speakers may also have the option to take a course taught in Spanish

  • Join a campus committed to climate action and sustainability—reflected in both academics and campus culture

  • Experience a bustling and cosmopolitan Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of Costa Rica's pristine wonders at your fingertips

  • Make the most of your time abroad with interactive activities, like hiking through rainforest trails, soaking in volcanic hot springs, and preparing traditional Costa Rican dishes

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Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

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Meet Ruth M.

"My month in Costa Rica was a trip to remember! My Spanish skills improved by leaps and bounds. Spanish class supported my learning in fun and engaging ways, and living with a host family gave me the opportunity to practice my skills in the real world."

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WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!



Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Winter 2026 10/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission 01/03/2026 01/17/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.