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GEO: Education and Psychology in Costa Rica (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Heredia, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: GEO (Global Education Oregon) 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Education, Psychology, Spanish
Program Type: Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:
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Education and Psychology in Costa Rica

The Education and Psychology in Costa Rica program combines Spanish language learning, academic coursework, and an internship. Over the course of three modules (each three weeks long), you’ll build a strong cultural foundation and gain real-world experience in education or social services, all while living with a local host family.

Module I: Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion
Your program begins with a focus on cultural immersion and language development. You’ll move in with your host family (all meals provided) and take one Spanish course (5 credits) at your appropriate level—Survival Spanish (100 level), Intermediate Spanish (200 level), or History & Culture of Costa Rica (300 level). Whether you’re a complete beginner or already have a background in Spanish, this module is designed to prepare you for your coursework and internship.

Module II: Educational Psychology and Part-Time Internship
In the second module, you’ll begin your internship while also taking Educational Psychology (4 credits, taught in English). Classes are held in the afternoons so that you can spend your mornings at your internship site. Internship options include teaching English in local elementary schools or working with nonprofits/NGOs in the social services sector. You’ll be placed at one site that aligns with your interests and past experience, allowing you to develop deeper relationships and skills as you continue your internship into the next module.

Module III: Full-Time Internship
The final three weeks are fully dedicated to your internship. You’ll work full-time alongside local professionals in your chosen setting—whether in education or social services—applying the concepts you’ve learned in class and gaining practical, hands-on experience that will strengthen your understanding of cross-cultural education and psychology.

GEO program fees cover tuition, housing and some meals, excursions, books and course materials, local transportation passes, and on-site orientation. Insurance and a 24-hour emergency service are also included. For scholarship funding information, please visit our website's Scholarships page.

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Application deadlines and program dates are subject to change and/or be extended, so please see the GEO program website to confirm.

To find out more about GEO (Global Education Oregon) study abroad programs:

Visit our website: geo.uoregon.edu
Email us at: geoinfo@uoregon.edu
Call us at: (541) 346 3207