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Spend spring break in the mellow and breathtaking city of San José, Costa Rica with AIFS Abroad! Study Healthcare in Costa Rica at Universidad Hispanoamericana’s School of Health Sciences, a private university highly regarded for its practical, hands-on approach to learning, preparing students for real-world clinical environments. Dates will vary based on program selection:
| Semester/Term | Eligibility Requirements | Rec. Semester Credits |
| Spring Break | Open to High School Graduate, First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Non-Student Minimum of 2.5 GPA |
Up to 2 |
The Universidad Hispanoamericana (UH) is a prominent private university in Costa Rica, established in 1982. With its main campus in San José and additional locations in Cartago, Heredia and Puntarenas, UH offers a diverse range of academic programs, including medical studies. Known for its modern facilities and commitment to academic excellence, the university community engagement, research, and student development.
Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.
As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Social Identity Pages to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
AIDE General Social Identity Resources
We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.
AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.
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