UCR Program Highlights for San José, Costa Rica
UCR Program Highlights for San José, Costa Rica
The city
Language spoken:
Spanish
Spanish
Currency:
Colon CRC, ₡
Climate:
San José, Costa Rica, has a mild tropical climate with a dry season (December-April) offering warm, sunny days, and a rainy season (May-November) with afternoon showers and lush greenery. Year-round temperatures range from 15°C to 29°C (59°F to 84°F).
City type:
Population of 356,056 (2023)
Population of 356,056 (2023)
The program
Program type:
- Semester program
Host university:
Universidad de Costa Rica
Language of instruction:
Spanish
Spanish
Terms offered:
Spring Term
Fall term
Credit type:
Costan Rican credit system
ARAMFO Deadline
FALL: Only elective courses
March 3, 2025
Enrollment Steps
STEP 1: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirementsSTEP 2: Submit the online application (this application) and pay the application feeSTEP 3: An Aramfo Study Abroad team member will contact you to continue the application processSTEP 4: Receive your admission decisionSTEP 5: Confirm your spot on the program
Important Travel Information: A valid passport is required to travel abroad or apply for a student entry visa. If you do not yet have a passport, it is important that you start process now and email updates to ARAMFO staff about the status of your passport application.
STEP 2: Submit the online application (this application) and pay the application fee
STEP 3: An Aramfo Study Abroad team member will contact you to continue the application process
STEP 4: Receive your admission decision
STEP 5: Confirm your spot on the program
Important Travel Information: A valid passport is required to travel abroad or apply for a student entry visa. If you do not yet have a passport, it is important that you start process now and email updates to ARAMFO staff about the status of your passport application.