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CIEE Quarter in Monteverde, Costa Rica (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Monteverde, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Dormitory
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Child Development, Communications, Creative Writing, Ecology, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Health Science, Internships, Journalism, Marketing, Physics, Public Health, Service Learning, Sustainability, Tourism, Zoology Program Type: Internship Abroad, Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Quarter in Monteverde

Monteverde, Costa Rica

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Program Overview

Your Quarter in Monteverde program lasts up to 12.5 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Costa Rican culture. Live and learn in Monteverde!

Unique Experiences

See close up

how alternative energy makes Costa Rica largely independent of fossil fuels

Live in a rural mountain community

surrounded by friendly Costa Ricans who will teach you how to live a more sustainable lifestyle

Explore beyond measure

when you visit Costa Rica’s mangroves, lowland rainforest, dry forest, and other fascinating natural habitats

Read About monteverde
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Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Monteverde will open doors for you to explore Costa Rica’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 

Samples of past excursions and activities:  

  • Rise with the sun for birding tours or farm chores and experience biodiversity after the sun goes down with a guided hike in the forest 
  • Visit natural destinations, such as national parks or reserves, to experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity and natural beauty 
  • Enjoy an optional weekend at a homestay where you can live with a local family in Monteverde and immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

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