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Centro Linguistico Conversa: Santa Ana - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

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Spanish Immersion in Costa Rica: Conversa has been helping students learn Spanish in Costa Rica since 1975. At Conversa we offer only the highest quality Spanish programs by addressing all aspects of our students' experience in Costa Rica. Our goa... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.7
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Past Review Pura Vida A Conversa!
I learned that Costa Rica is a gem of a country. The people, the culture, and the natural life are really incredible. I also learned a good amount Spanish that you would not necessarily learn in a classroom, especially colloquialisms. This program was definitely worth every penny. - Trinity University View Entire Review
Past Review Pura Vida
I have a totally new outlook on life. I love speaking Spanish now. I learned so much about how to communicate with complete strangers and how to become more independent. I intend to go to Conversa again in a few years when my Spanish gets rusty. - Trinity University View Entire Review
Past Review Intense Language Learning + Friendly Staff Some Homesickness= Conversa
Conversa was a great way to learn spanish and immerse myself in the Tico culture, but if I had to do it again, I would rather go to a program outside of th San Jose area, possibly something more rural. Santa Anna was really just a Costa Rican suburb. This was nice but a little daunting at times. But Conversa itself really is a g... - Michigan State University View Entire Review
Past Review Life Changing, Unforgettable, Amazing, And Every Other Cliche Positive Word!
I learned not only another language, and another culture, but I think the most worthwhile thing I learned was about who I am as a person and what I want for my future! - Trinity University View Entire Review
Past Review Great School!
Greater appreciation of the culture and country and better command of the Spanish language. - Truman State University View Entire Review
Past Review Costa Rica: Adventure Is Out There.
The differences in Costa Rica and the United States inspired various writings, and stimulated ideas. It gave me the belief that travelling isn't nearly as hard as I initially thought. I could do it any time to just about any place. The various activities in Costa Rica have given me the desire to explore my own town and region mo... - Trinity University View Entire Review
Past Review A Beautiful Comfort Zone Thriller
I learned about the different conditions that people around the world live in and how amazing it is to open my mind and try to see things from someone else's point of view. - Truman State University View Entire Review
Past Review Ideal
greater fluency in Spanish - Truman State University View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with Centro Linguistico Conversa: Santa Ana - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Past Review Beautiful Country, Questionable People
I definitely improved my spanish speaking and listening abilities, but I could have accomplished that in any spanish speaking country. The people here are very concerned with outward appearances and money, but not the students. - Saint Bonaventure University View Entire Review
Past Review Pura Vida!
It was definitely worth it to improve my spoken Spanish skills. Also, I really enjoyed getting to see the amazing country of Costa Rica. It is a country rich in nature and extremely beautiful. I also liked seeing how the local culture and customs were different from the U.S. There were lots of little customs that were different.... - Truman State University View Entire Review
Past Review A Great Experience!
A knowledge of a culture and a better understanding of the spanish language. It was worthwhile. - University of Utah View Entire Review
Past Review Conversa: The Best Spanish School In Costa Rica
I got everything I wanted out of my experience: improved Spanish fluency in a fun and relaxing environment that let me go to the beach every weekend. - Trinity University View Entire Review

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  • Spanish Immersion in Costa Rica: Conversa has been helping students learn Spanish in Costa Rica since 1975. At Conversa we offer only the highest quality Spanish programs by addressing all aspects of our students' experience in Costa Rica. Our goal is to provide you with all the tools you need while immersing you in the Spanish-speaking culture.

  • Learn Spanish Online: Conversa also offers live one-on-one Spanish courses online using video teleconferencing software. If you're not able to travel to Latin America, you can still learn Spanish from the comfort of your home or office. This approach to teaching Spanish integrates live instruction with a valuable Spanish Resource Portal called ConversaConmigo.

  • Earning Credit for our Spanish Courses: Since 1991, students have earned college credit through Conversa. Since then, students from all across the United States have benefited from our programs, learning Spanish and getting the well-deserved recognition for their efforts. We offer over ten different college-level Spanish courses, ranging from Elementary Spanish all the way through to Advanced Conversation and Selected Readings in Latin American Literature.

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