Experiential learning is a key element of ICDS’ programs, providing context and tools for a better understanding of the challenges that Latin American countries face to achieve sustainable development. Community work, field trips, and living with local families are main features of ICDS’ programs. These offer students a well-rounded experience.
ICDS also provides universities and colleges abroad with the possibility of developing customized programs –at undergraduate and graduate level– run jointly with ICDS. These may include faculty-led and special short-term programs focusing on topics within ICDS’ areas of expertise and intended for participating students and faculty to learn about diverse aspects of the country’s sustainable development process, while experiencing Costa Rica’s language and culture.
Programs
To contribute to international education and based on the expertise and know-how of its faculty and administrative team, ICDS offers the following Study Abroad Programs in Costa Rica:
Fall/Spring Semester
- Development Studies in Latin America An Interdisciplinary Program
- Pursuing Sustainable Development in Latin America: An Experiential, Urban and Rural Program
Winter Term
- Health Care in Latin America
Spring Term
- Language, Culture, and Community Engagement in Costa Rica
Summer Session
- Spanish and Sustainability Practices in Costa Rica
- Spanish and Health in Latin America
Customized Programs
- ICDS also provides universities and colleges abroad with the possibility of developing customized programs –at undergraduate and graduate level– run jointly with ICDS. These may include faculty-led and special short-term programs.
