Language course Spanish in San José

The minigroup course includes 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week, in groups of 6 or less students.

General language course: reading, speaking, pronunciation, listening comprehension, grammar, vocabulary expansion, Central American culture. If there is only one participant for a given level, that participant will receive 15 units of private instruction per week during their minigroup course instead of 20 units of group.

Minimum age is 16 year .

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Max. 6 per class

Number of lessons per week:

20

Number of weeks:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

10

12

14

16

20

24

																										1 week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks	7 weeks	8 weeks	9 weeks	10 weeks	11 weeks	12 weeks	13 weeks	14 weeks	15 weeks	16 weeks	17 weeks	18 weeks	19 weeks	20 weeks	21 weeks	22 weeks	23 weeks	24 weeks
Minigroup without accommodation																										234	468	685	902	1101	1300	1482	1664	1838	2011	2184	2358	2531	2704	2878	3051	3224	3398	3571	3744	3918	4091	4264	4438
Minigroup with school residence, double room, no meals																										330	659	971	1283	1578	1872	2150	2427	2696	2964	3233	3502	3770	4039	4308	4576	4845	5114	5382	5651	5920	6188	6457	6726
Minigroup with school residence, single room, no meals																										373	746	1101	1456	1794	2132	2453	2774	3086	3398	3710	4022	4334	4646	4958	5270	5582	5894	6206	6518	6830	7142	7454	7766
Minigroup with host family, double room, halfboard																										369	737	1088	1439	1773	2106	2423	2739	3047	3354	3662	3970	4277	4585	4893	5200	5508	5816	6123	6431	6739	7046	7354	7662
Minigroup with host family, single room, halfboard																										390	780	1153	1526	1881	2236	2574	2912	3242	3571	3900	4230	4559	4888	5218	5547	5876	6206	6535	6864	7194	7523	7852	8182

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes
Course materials:	€26, to be paid directly on arrival
Info host family:	Stay in a host family in a single room with private bathroom: surcharge € 31 per week. Stay in a host family in a double room with private bathroom: surcharge € 26 per week. If you would like to book this, please mention it on the bookingform ("remarks"). A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.
Info school residence:	The minimum age for the school residence is 18. A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

The combined minigroup course includes 20 lessons of 45 minutes each, per week, in groups of 6 or less students.

General language course: reading, speaking, pronunciation, listening comprehension, grammar, vocabulary expansion, Middle American culture. If there is only one participant for a given level, that participant will receive 15 units of private instruction per week instead of 20 units of group.

In addition to the minigroup course with 20 lessons, you will have 5 lessons of 45 minutes each of private instruction per week to work on individual weaknesses/needs. You can also opt for 10 units of private instruction in addition to the minigroup with 20 hours. Duration: 1 to 34 weeks.

Minimum age is 16 year .

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Max. 6/1 per class

Number of lessons per week:

25

30

Number of weeks:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

										1 week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	5 weeks	6 weeks	7 weeks	8 weeks
Combined minigroup without accommodation										330	659	971	1283	1578	1872	2150	2427
Combined minigroup with school residence, double room, no meals										425	850	1257	1664	2054	2444	2817	3190
Combined minigroup with school residence, single room, no meals										468	936	1387	1838	2271	2704	3120	3536
Combined minigroup with host family, double room, halfboard										464	928	1374	1820	2249	2678	3090	3502
Combined minigroup with host family, single room, halfboard										486	971	1439	1907	2358	2808	3242	3675

Number of weeks:

1

2

3

4

						1 week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks
Combined minigroup without accommodation						425	850	1257	1664
Combined minigroup with school residence, double room, no meals						520	1040	1543	2046
Combined minigroup with school residence, single room, no meals						564	1127	1673	2219
Combined minigroup with host family, double room, halfboard						559	1118	1660	2202
Combined minigroup with host family, single room, halfboard						581	1162	1725	2288

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes
Course materials:	€26, to be paid directly on arrival
Info host family:	Stay in a host family in a single room with private bathroom: surcharge € 31 per week. Stay in a host family in a double room with private bathroom: surcharge € 26 per week. If you would like to book this, please mention it on the bookingform ("remarks"). A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.
Info school residence:	The minimum age for the school residence is 18. A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

The Academia Tica Travelling Classroom program in Costa Rica gives students an integral travelling vacation for complementing language learning. The 2 or 4-week programme consists of 20 Spanish lessons per week, held on different locations, including the two main language schools in Coronado (near San Jose) and Jaco beach (at the Pacific coast). Apart from lessons, you’re joining many exiting and adventurous activities and excursions. This way you really get to know the beautiful country, the flora and fauna, the people and the culture.

During the 4-week programme, you’ll visit some important main locations, such as Coronado, Jacó Beach, Arenal/Monteverde, and Puerto Viejo. Additionally, some weeknd locations you’ll get to see include: Manuel Antonio, Pacuare, Río Celeste/Caño Negro. For the 2-week programme, you’ll get to see at least the two school locations in in Coronado (near San Jose) and Jaco beach (at the Pacific coast), but please see for a details programme overview the example of activities.

The program is designed for students with levels A2/B1 but level variations are possible. Students with a lower level can take a Spanish course prior to the starting date of the travelling classroom programme.
The course, accommodation and activities are all included in the price, as well as transfers from and to the airport to San Jose (arrivals on Sunday).
Breakfast and dinner are included in the accommodation durting the whole programme. The only things that aren’t included are:

• Lunches (USD 5‐15)
• Optional extra activities (USD 25‐100)
• Laundry on weeks 3 & 4
• Tips for guides or in restaurants
• Flights to and from Costa Rica

Minimum age is 18 year .

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Max. 14 per class

Number of lessons per week:

20

Number of weeks:

2

4

				2 weeks	4 weeks
Traveling classroom with accommodation traveling classroom, single room, no meals				1469	2769

Starting dates:	intermediate : 24/04, 04/09, 06/11
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes The course, accommodation and activities are all included in the price of the travelling classroom programme, as well as transfers from and to the airport to San Jose (arrivals on Sunday). Breakfast and dinner are included in the accommodation during the whole programme. The only things that aren’t included are: Lunches (€ 5-15) Optional extra activities (€ 22-100) Laundry on weeks 3 & 4 Tips for guides or in restaurants Flights to and from Costa Rica
Course materials:	€26, to be paid directly on arrival

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

The D.E.L.E. (Diploma for Spanish as a Foreign Language) is the only official certificate for foreign students recognized by the "Instituto Cervantes". The diploma is a real asset for students who desire to study at Spanish universities or would like to work in a Spanish speaking country. The specific aim of the D.E.L.E course is to prepare students to pass the D.E.L.E. exam at any of its three levels:

Nivel Inicial: Certificate of an elementary level of Spanish.

Nivel Intermedio: Diploma of an intermediate level of Spanish.

Nivel Superior: Diploma of an advanced level of Spanish.
We strongly recommend a minimum age of 16 years old when considering taking a D.E.L.E course as they are very intensive and move rapidly. The exams are scheduled by the government and typically take place in May and November each year. The exact dates and cost of the exam are established by the "Instituto Cervantes".

To read more about the DELE examination course please click here.

Minimum age is 16 year .

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Max. 6/3 per class

Number of lessons per week:

30

Number of weeks:

4

8

				4 weeks	8 weeks
D.E.L.E.-course without accommodation				1266	2392
D.E.L.E.-course with school residence, double room, no meals				1647	3155
D.E.L.E.-course with school residence, single room, no meals				1820	3502
D.E.L.E.-course with host family, double room, halfboard				1803	3467
D.E.L.E.-course with host family, single room, halfboard				1890	3640

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes Prices of the D.E.L.E.-course do not include the exam fee. Due to the exam date it will be necessary to book the accommodation until Sunday. Price for extra night on request.
Course materials:	€26, to be paid directly on arrival
Info host family:	Stay in a host family in a single room with private bathroom: surcharge € 31 per week. Stay in a host family in a double room with private bathroom: surcharge € 26 per week. If you would like to book this, please mention it on the bookingform ("remarks"). A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.
Info school residence:	The minimum age for the school residence is 18. A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

This course is designed for those who want to optimise their study time. The aim of this program is to offer a fully personalised method of teaching designed to meet the specific student's needs and desires. As the classes are private, the student will be able to decide the schedule and content.

Minimum age is 16 year .

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Max. 1 per class

Number of lessons per week:

20

Number of weeks:

1

2

				1 week	2 weeks
One-to-one without accommodation				451	902
One-to-one with school residence, double room, no meals				546	1092
One-to-one with school residence, single room, no meals				590	1179
One-to-one with host family, double room, halfboard				585	1170
One-to-one with host family, single room, halfboard				607	1214

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes
Course materials:	€26, to be paid directly on arrival
Info host family:	Stay in a host family in a single room with private bathroom: surcharge € 31 per week. Stay in a host family in a double room with private bathroom: surcharge € 26 per week. If you would like to book this, please mention it on the bookingform ("remarks"). A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.
Info school residence:	The minimum age for the school residence is 18. A double room can only be booked by 2 people who travel together.

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

Our partner school offers you the opportunity to do an 8 to 24 week internship in the areas of tourism, health care, education and in agriculture.

Prices 2017

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Number of lessons per week:

0

Number of weeks:

8

			8 weeks
JobTravel - internship without accommodation			304

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.

Volunteer work
For those interested in volunteer work, there are 3 options:
a) volunteer work in a national park
b) volunteer work in the social area
c) volunteer work on a farm

a)Volunteer work in a national park
Costa Rica offers an overwhelming beauty in several national parks. Unfortunately there is not enough money to professionaly maintain the parks. Besides, the parks are threatened by deforestation, bush fires, illegal hunting and fishery. Fortunately there are hundreds of volunteers who are prepared to devolte their time to the protection and conservation of nature. With your help a piece of rain forest can be proteceted. Do you want to help on 1 of the 2 projects and are you available for 2 weeks or longer? Then please read the information below.

Before you start the volunteer work, you will have 2 weeks of Spanish language lessons at our partner school in San José. The aim of this course is to learn more about life in Costa Rica, so it will be more easy to integrate. A good intermediate level of Spanish is necessary. If you are not on at intermediate level, we advise you to do the mini group course first.

During your 2 week course, you will attend an information and training meeting. Here you will be told in which national park you are going to work and you will get more details concerning this park and sign the contract for volunteer work. There are about 12 different national parks, each with its own characteristics (rain forests, volcanos, beaches).

Your activities are determined by the park staff each day. Most of the work is being done in the areas around the visitor centres or foresters places. Examples of activities are: building or maintaining paths, guiding of visitors, making signs, supervising the foresters place, building or renovating park facilities, cooking, cleaning rooms and bathrooms, teaching the park staff to speak English, cleaning the beach, several tasks in a turtle project etc. In a rare case there is a possibility to work on special projects with more specialised tasks. If you are available for more than 4 months and have specialised knowledge, there are opportunities to set up or co-operate on these special projects.

You will sleep in lodges in the park together with other volunteers. The accommodation is not luxuruous, althouhg it has the minimum of facilities for a comfortable stay. You will share a room with 1 or more other volunteers and you need to take into consideration that you have to change rooms/lodges regularly. You must accept the park rules such as working schedules, eating schedules and rules regarding personal hygiene (e.g. cleaning rooms and lodges). Generally the meals in the parks are very simple, mostly with rice and beans as the most common ingredients. The meals are ofter completed with tropical fruit, tomato, lettuce and cabbage salads. But you will wake up in the middle of nature every morning and you can share this great experience with other volunteers. The success of these volunteer work projects depends for the largest part of on your adaptability and how much you are open to new people and a new environment.

Important items which you sould take with you are: 
- sleepingbag
- toiletries (soap, towels, toothpaste etc.)
- flashlight
- raincoat (especially in the rain season from April to November)
- comfortable, solid shoes
- cotton clothes with long sleeves
- anti-bite
- sun cream
- medication
- mosquito net
- pocket knife
- some camping gear

b)Volunteer work in the social sector
There are several agencies for volunteers who want to work in the social sector. To join one of the programs, you have to be at least 18 years old and available for 2 weeks.

Before the volunteer work (for at least 2 weeks) starts, you will do a language course for at least 2 weeks. In this course the emphasis lies more on integration instead of language education. You can work for example in homes for the elderly, disbaled or drug addicts. Volunteers are accompanied by a staff member. You will assist in the daily activities and have a chance (together with your tutor) to develop educational and therapeutic programmes. Knowledge of the Spanish language is important in the social sector. For this reason we also always recommend a language course prior to the volunteer work.

The projects are in San Rafael the Coronado or San José. Your employer does not arrange accommodation, but StudyTravel can arrange this for you. Just like during your language course, you can choose to stay at a host family or in an apartment. If you prefer, you can also find accommodation yourself.

If you choose volunteer work in a social area or in a national park, for both possibilities an intermediate knowledge of Spanish is necessary. There is a volunteer work coordinator at school who can answer all your questions.

In total you will work for approximately 40-45 hours per week on your volunteer project. The usual working hours in Costa Rica are from 08.00 till 17.00. When you are working at a social institute you can wear your normal leisure clothing. In the national parks clothing which is appropriate for the local weather circumstances, is advised. In any case it is important to bring cotton clothing with long sleeves to protect yourself from insect bites. Comfortable, solid shoes are also very important.

Prices 2017

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Prices in  €/EUR £/GBP $/USD

Number of lessons per week:

0

Number of weeks:

2

			2 weeks
JobTravel - Volunteer work without accommodation			130

Starting dates:	every Monday
Note:	1 lesson = 50 minutes

Transfer:

€40 The price stated here is for an airport transfer on arrival at San Jose International Airport (Juan Santamaria).

All prices include: administration fees course and accommodation as stated certificate of attendance Orientation kit & tour on first day Use of computer room & Wi-Fi Use of pool & gym at the campus In 2017 the school is closed on: 01/01/2017, 13/04/2017, 14/04/2017, 01/05/2017, 25/07/2017, 02/08/2017, 15/08/2017, 15/09/2017, 12/10/2017, 17/12/2017, 23/12/2017 - 07/01/2018. One-to-one lessons will be rescheduled, group lessons will not. The teaching materials can be borrowed without additional cost. Students can also buy the book (optional) to be paid directly at the school.