Programdetaljer
| Program | Start | Slut | Pris | Ålder vid ankomst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skolprogram, avresa vår (jan-mar) | 12 feb 2010 | 10 jan 2011 | 65,000 kr | 15 - 17 år, 11 mån |
| Skolprogram, avresa vår (jan-mar) | 12 feb 2010 | 10 jan 2011 | 65,000 kr | 15 - 17 år, 11 mån |
STUDYING IN COSTA RICA
Costa Rica is one of the most politically stable and prosperous of Latin American nations—-in part because it has no army. Instead, the government spends much of its tax income on health care and education. The country’s famously rich bio-diversity fills national parks and nature preserves that protect nearly one-third of the land and inspired the idea of eco-tourism. Today, travelers who head into the cloud forests, down jungle rivers and up active volcanoes account for the country’s No. 1 industry. Even so, half of Costa Rica’s citizens live not in the wild but in modern cities. Roughly 95% of them are of European descent, and nearly everyone is well-educated, hospitable and notably laid-back.
School Life
The school year is divided into trimesters. It starts in mid-February and ends in late November/early December. There is a one-week recess at Easter and a two-week break early in July. Almost all AFS students attend public school. The school day runs from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. or until 4 p.m., depending on the school.
LIVING IN COSTA RICA
Lifestyle and Family Living
The people of Costa Rica are known as Ticos. Most Costa Ricans have a European heritage with some indigenous mixture, and there is a small indigenous minority. Ticos have a strong self-image, they are very nationalistic and proud of their country, but not in an aggressive way. They expect people to act humble and value, as they do, democracy, peace and political freedom.
Dress and Appearance
Bring neat casual clothing appropriate to Costa Rica’s warm climate: jeans, T-shirts, knee-length shorts and a swimsuit. Students are encouraged to bring one or two nice outfits (dress shirts and ties for men, dresses or skirts and blouses for women) for special occasions. Also, bring a sweatshirt or sweater for cooler weather, as well as a raincoat and umbrella.
