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Academic Credits in Manuel Antonio , Costa Rica

Location
 

Costa Rica is a peaceful country in Central America and has no army. The territory is 51,000 square kilometers (20,000 square miles). 33% of the land is devoted to national parks or reserves. In a country with a population of three and a half million people, Costa Rica’s literacy rate is 95 percent. This is among the highest in the developing world. The country has an incredible variety of climates, vegetation, wildlife and topography. The climate of San José is pleasing to most people, ranging from 22 - 32° C (72 - 90°F).  Visitors can enjoy many activities such as hiking in rain forests and mountains, going to the Caribbean or the Pacific beaches, visiting active volcanoes, bathing in hot springs, white water rafting, cruising to islands, canopying, diving and much more.

School
COSI is a private language school that partners with the University of Mississippi (UM) to offer academic credits. Being a private language school the classes are very small (maximum of 12) and there is excellent personalised service. The school is situated with magnificent, spectator sea views, and is close to beaches and the town of Quespos

Accreditation:
'Ole Miss' - University of Mississippi

Best time to come:

Manual Antonio is a beach location, with warm weather year round. As such it is perfect to come at all all times, and many students decide to escape their winter, and come to this beach and wildlife paradise.

Spanish Courses

Participating students may study Spanish at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels.

They may earn 6-12 credits equivalents  of Spanish 198 (beginner),  298 (intermediate) or 398 (advanced) depending on their language level.

If there is a UM group program offered concurrently at COSI during the applicant’s planned dates of study, the non-UM applicant is asked to apply to and participate in the UM group program. This policy applies especially to students applying for the summer

SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I. This is a basic Spanish course which includes cultural information about the Spanish-speaking world. This course includes developing reading, writing and conversational skills for communication in the Spanish language. 

SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II. This course is a continuation of the SPAN 101 course. 

SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I. This course works on building Spanish proficiency and learning cultural information about the Spanish-speaking world. 

SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II. This course is a continuation of SPAN 201, emphasizing communication and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. 

SPAN 301 Composition and Conversation I. Development of speaking and writing skills including creative expression, working with higher-level texts and the study of more complex grammatical structures. 

SPAN 302 Composition and Conversation II. Continuation of SPAN 301. 

SPAN 303 Business Spanish. Technical vocabulary used in the business world. Writing business letters and common business protocol are taught.. This course requires at least four semesters  of Spanish or its equivalent. 

SPAN 304 Medical Spanish. Technical vocabulary to be applied in the health field. This course is for people who are going to work in health related fields.

Services Summary

Language taught: Spanish

Class Times:  Normally mornings

Average Class Size: 6

Maximum Class Size: 10

Nearest Airport: Manual Antonio Airport

Airport transfer  Yes

Location Type Beach resort

Public Transport  cheap local and regular

Buildings Fantastic vistas of the sea

Disabled Access  Limited

Garden / Terrace  Yes - great terrace

Library  Yes

Message Service  Yes

Computers  Yes

Internet Access Yes

Course Materials Provided with the course

Student Nationalities  USA, US, Canadian, German, Swiss, Dutch, Japanese

Holidays:

Activities Available

Huge range of activities from surfing, diving, canopy tours, wild life, sea kayaking, dance etc

Accommodation

Home Stay
We offer the opportunity to homes stay with a friendly Costa Rican family. you will have a private room, keys to the house, and two meals per day (breakfast and dinner) and laundry service. We carefully choose out families for their interest in sharing with international guests, and also the evaluations they have received from previous students.

Prices

Plus:  Academic fee payable to UM

 6 credit equivalents , 4 weeks: $1,080
 9 credit  equivalents, 6 weeks: $1,620
 12 credit equivalents, 8 weeks: $2,160

References

Robert Kahn, PhD

"What I like about COSI is the attention that the entire staff demonstrates with regard to all aspects of the study abroad experience. The classes, housing and tour arrangements could not be any better. Since I take students from the United States to Costa Rica every year, I had to find a well established institute with reliable personnel. After interviewing directors from various schools as well as visiting their premises, I had no difficulty choosing COSI. Their staff will do everything possible to help the student master the Spanish language in a very friendly environment. They are also there to help in any situation that may arise. My students and I are thoroughly satisfied."

Camille Weir, USA

“COSI is an outstanding school for anyone with the desire of learn or improve their Spanish. Teachers are excellent, patient, and motivating. The staff was always willing to assist in any way possible. COSI is a fantastic, friendly and reliable school. I hope to return one day soon “

Shockey Family , USA

“We are very glad that we chose COSI. The entire staff is professional and organized. Our teachers at COSI were excellent! The COSI school in Manuel Antonio is a facility with an amazing view of the Pacific, and the fresh fruits and coffee at break times are always delicious. Our 4 weeks at COSI was a most worthwhile vacation. ¡Perfecto!”

Vanessa Chester, New Zealand

“During my 8 weeks studying at COSI, I found the teachers to be dedicated and very capable. As the class sizes are kept small, I was able to focus on what I needed to learn and I greatly increased my speaking ability. I met students from all over the world and enjoyed the culture of Costa Rica. I highly recommend COSI to anyone.”

Simona Giselbrecht, Switzerland

“I really had a great time in Costa Rica!! The experience I made is unforgettable, everybody at COSI and in the host family are very friendly, helpful and open-minded. I highly recommend COSI!!”

Dirk Wasser, The Netherlands

“I went to Costa Rica without any knowledge of Spanish. However, I felt at home and soon I was able to communicate with Costa Ricans.
I have not only learned Spanish now, but also I have made a lot of friends with both the other students as well as the teachers. If you attend COSI, I am sure you will have the time of your life!”

Karen Dockery, USA

“When I arrived in Costa Rica, I was somewhat anxious because I did not know anyone and my Spanish was basic. By the time I left (2 months later), I was close to fluent in Spanish and had met many new friends from several different countries. I also felt welcomed into the "family" of COSI which includes it's teachers, staff, students, etc. All of the connections I made in Costa Rica have had a lasting impact even to this day.”

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