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Program Terms
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Year
Round
Program
Participants
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Undergraduate
(College)
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Graduate
(College)
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Adults
Subject Areas
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Environmental
Studies
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Spanish
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Quick Look
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Location:
Throughout the country - Costa Rica
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Language of Instruction: Spanish
Overview
As a volunteer in Costa Rica, you will gain insight into environment problems facing the country and help contribute to their soluntions, while at the same time gaining valuable educational and professional experience. These volunteer programs are in turn enhanced by the abilities, engery and goodwill that volunteers like you bring to each project.
Our unique program in Costa Rica enables you to combine Spanish language study with volunteer work. The program allows you to take one month of language classes before you start your volunteer placement (not a requirement). After your language courses, you can volunteer for 2 weeks to 11 months in various National Parks participating in projects involved in conservation, maitenance, visitor information, protection, research, etc. We find a customized placement for you based upon your background and interests.
Eligibility
Minimum age is 18. Prospective volunteers should be flexible, physically fit and wiling to immerse themselves in another culture. Must be able to get a tourist visa.
Dates
Program terms: 2 weeks - 6 months
Deadlines
Please apply at least 2 months in advance
Contact
Alliance Abroad Group
Outbound Department
1221 S. Mopac Exwy, Ste. 250
Austin, TX 78746
Tel:
512-457-8062 x 133
Fax:
512-457-8132
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Important
Notes: This information was provided
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inclusion on the Study Abroad Links
directory, and is subject to change
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directory does not imply our endorsement
of the program. Please be sure to verify
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Academic
Credit: Your school may not accept
credit earned as a result of studying
abroad for this program, or any program
included on the Study Abroad Links
directory. If you are seeking academic
credit, it is essential that you consult
with your school to ensure that the school
and program you are considering meets
their requirements for awarding credit.
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