Learn Pura Vida in Costa Rica Past Review
By Annette G (Psychology, University of Colorado - Boulder) for
ISA Study Abroad in San José, Costa Rica
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a lot of language skills. I am also much more accepting and have incorporated a little bit of pura vida into my life. I am much more laid back and more interested in exploring different areas, even within the states. Every new experience offers room for growth.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Classes were very easy but I learned a lot, especially in the spanish courses. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
They eat a lot of rice and beans so be ready. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
My host family was especially helpful with my spanish. Many people spoke English as well as Spanish. |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Put yourself out there. Ticos, the name for the locals, are so generous and accepting. They are wonderful people who you should get to know! |
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