University of Costa Rica, Sede de Occidente
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AT A GLANCE:
Site:
University of Costa Rica, Sede de Occidente
Location:
San Ramón, Costa Rica
Language of Instruction:
Spanish
Subjects:
Spanish language and culture
Latin American literature
Environmental biology
Credits:
Transferable to UNL by departmental validation
Housing:
Host families
Program Length:
Spring Semester
Program Dates:
February - June
Type of Program:
UNL program
Costs (2009):
Program costs/semester: $5500-6000 approx.
Eligibility:
Undergraduate with at least Spanish 300 or equivalent
Application Deadline:
October 1. Applications will be accepted after deadline as long as places are available.
Contact:
Harriet Turner
Department of Modern Languages
1204 Oldfather
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0315
(402) 472-3865
hturner1@unl.edu
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
iaffairs@unl.edu
(402) 472-5358
Download as a PDF file:
SanRamon.pdf
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The University Community |
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The University of Costa Rica was founded in 1843. The Sede de Occidente campus in San Ramón became part of the system in 1968.
Costa Rica is located at the southern end of Central America. In spite of its relatively small size, Costa Rica is noted for its natural scenic beauty, the variety of its vegetation, and the richness of its flora and fauna. It has extensive coastlines (about 1,500 kilometers) on the Atlantic and the Pacific in which innumerable virgin beaches alternate with rocky bluffs.
Costa Rica is a free and independent democratic republic. The government is elected and representative. Costa Rica is one of the most stable and peaceful countries in this hemishpere. In 1949 the army was abolished and its headquarters converted to a national museum. In 1983 perpetual neutrality was proclaimed and many international human rights organizations have their headquarters there.
San Ramón is a small city of 50,000 inhabitants in the central plateau of the central mountain range of Costa Rica. It is home to three ex-presidents of Costa Rica, poets, writers, scientists and other nationally and internationally known figures. It is an hour by bus to San Jose and other important cities in the area. It is also near such tourist sites as the Arenal Volcano and the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reservation. |
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Courses of Study |
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The primary focus of this program is advanced level Spanish language and culture. Students may earn 12-15 credit hours in Spanish or other areas. Courses are regular UCR courses with Costa Rican students.
Courses taken by past participants include:
Historia Natural de Costa Rica
Apreciacion en Artes Plasticas
Literatura Hispanoamericana
Seminario de Realidad Nacional
Historia colonial de Centroamerica |
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Living Arrangements |
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Program participants will live with host Costa Rican families, providing one of the best means to improve language proficiency and to immerse the student in the daily life of Costa Rica. Families are carefully selected and ready to help with the adjustments American students have to make in another country. |
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Duration |
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This is a semester long program beginning in February and ending at the end of June. |
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Type of Program |
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This study abroad program has been arranged through an agreement with the University of Costa Rica in San Ramón. Arrangements for host families and field trips are made by the University of Costa Rica. Payment of program costs is made through UNL and students remain eligible for regular financial aid; some scholarships may also be applied to the program. Credits earned on the program are transferable to UNL by departmental validation. |
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Am I eligible to apply? |
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This program is open to UNL students in good standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Previous Spanish language instruction at the 300 level or equivalent is required. Enrollment is in classes with native Spanish speakers. |
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When should I apply? |
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The deadline for application is October 1. Applications received after that date will be accepted as long as spaces are available. Applications are available at International Affairs or on the following website: www.unl.edu/iaffairs. You will need a Form A (bio-data), Form B (statement of purpose), Form C (two academic reference), Form D (language proficiency) and Form E (plan of study) and an official transcript. |
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Applications |
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You need the following Applications for this program :
 Form A :: General Information
Form B :: Statement of Purpose
Form C :: References (Two)
Form D :: Language Proficiency
Form E :: Proposed Plan of Study
Transcripts
These applications forms are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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How much will it cost? |
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Program cost for the program is approximately $5500-6000 (resident or nonresident). This includes instructional costs, room and board for the academic period, orientation, and health insurance. Not included: airfare from Omaha (estimated at $750) and passport, books, and personal expenses. |
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What about transportation? |
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A list of suggestions for student airfares is available from International Affairs. |
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What else will I need? |
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Passport pictures; passport and visa information; books and materials about living, traveling, and working abroad are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, 472-5358. |
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Can I get more information? |
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Complete course descriptions, more program information, and general books about Costa Rica are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; 402/472-5358.
Academics: Students should contact Harriet Turner (402) 472-3865. Email: hturner1@unl.edu for specific academic information about this program. Students should also discuss study plans with their regular academic advisers.
Financial Aid: For information about applying your financial aid to study abroad programs, contact a study abroad financial aid advisor (402) 472-2030, in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, transferring credit, etc., see additional handout materials or contact a study abroad advisor at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related Programs: Additional UNL programs in Spanish include summer and semester exchange programs with ITESM in Monterrey, Mexico, and at several universities in Latin America and Spain through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP). UNL affiliated study abroad program providers ISA, CIEE and IFSA-Butler offer study abroad in Latin America and Spain.
Contact :
Harriet Turner
Department of Modern Languages
1204 Oldfather
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0315
(402) 472-3865
E-mail: hturner1@unl.edu
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu |
