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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Language(s) of Instruction: English, Other (non-English)
Housing Options: Homestay Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Anthropology, Art and Design - Studio, Biological Sciences (Biology), Business Administration, Communication, Cross-cultural and Global Studies, Early Childhood Care and Education, Economics, Educational Management, Environmental Science, Foreign Language, General Business, Geography, Geology, Health Promotion, Healthcare Administration, History, Humanities, Internship, Latinx and Latin American Studies, Legal Studies, Literature, Management, Marketing, Multicultural Studies in Education, Other, Philosophy, Professional Writing, Psychology, Public Service Leadership, Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, Women's and Gender Studies Minimum GPA: 2.50
Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:
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Community Engagement in San José

Make a meaningful impact while immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and natural beauty of San José, Costa Rica.

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Program highlights

  • Our dedicated team will connect you with a local organization aligned with your interests and goals

  • Learn from local professionals in health facilities, local schools, after-school programs, and more

  • Serve alongside community members and complete integrated coursework designed to foster reflection and build intercultural skills

  • 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

Discover San José

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 Alex Z.

"I feel like I've found a second home in Costa Rica. The enriching ideology of "pura vida" taken from the locals – not just a phrase, but a way of life – has helped me grow as a person and a student in ways I never thought imaginable."

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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
Spring 2026 01/03/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer 2026 05/09/2026 ** Rolling Admission 05/24/2026 07/22/2026
Fall 2026 05/30/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** 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.