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IACR cultural immersions are designed to enhance cultural awareness, involvement in local communities, and increase Spanish proficiency. All programs in this category include a homestay experience in the quaint and friendly town of Atenas, Costa Rica. Each immersion can be customized to accommodate group goals and budgets. Visit our individual program pages to find the perfect immersion experience for you.

“One of the strongest parts of my program was that the Spanish instruction was tailored to my individual need. I was able to learn Spanish in a way that allowed me to accelerate my skills quickly. I also reached a new level of confidence that will now enable me to apply for a job I want that requires Spanish language skills.

-Lisa Manca, Santa Cruz, CA

IACR Higher Education Programs are subject-area programs designed to integrate cross-cultural components to community college, college, or university curriculum. Programs are customized to align to budgets and coursework. Visit our individual program pages to find the perfect Higher Education Program for you.

“I can’t say enough about the enjoyable and meaningful program Immersion Abroad Costa Rica provided for our students. Odilie gathered a great deal of information about us and the kind of program we were looking for, and then she and her staff organized a month full of experiences that promoted tremendous cultural, personal and linguistic growth. We participated in numerous exciting excursions and activities, such as the visits to the volcano and the coffee farm, and getting to know some of the local students, both in school and out. The best part, though, was living with local families – everyone lived Costa Rican culture up close and personal, and was immensely grateful they had the opportunity to do so.”

-Dr. Eric Schramm,

Lenoir-Rhyne University

IACR Professional Development Programs are designed to develop cross-cultural skills in working professionals. Programs are customizedto align to workplace goals and include lectures and roundtable discussions with Costa Rican professionals.

“Immersion Abroad Costa Rica (IACR) is an absolute joy to partner with! They worked with our group to accommodate all of our scheduling requests, and they executed our 10-day tour flawlessly. The families IACR works with for the homestay placements are kind and welcoming, just like most everyone we met during our stay in Costa Rica. I am overjoyed to be able to work with IACR in the future, and I am looking forward to my next visit to Costa Rica!”

-Katharine Robinson, Assistant Director for Curriculum

World View, UNC at Chapel Hill [professional development provider for educators]

Designed for travelers ages 50 and over, Immersion Abroad Costa Rica invites you to experience adventures in lifelong learning…Costa Rican style! Discover rich culture and natural wonders in one of the most bio-diverse environments in the world.

We offer three spectacular tours to join or  customize with your closest friendsor family.  To customizeyour own 50+ group program, click HERE to provide and request specific details.