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United World College Costa Rica: Workshops, Short Courses and Visits for School Groups

UWC Costa Rica is one of 12 United World Colleges worldwide. The College has a two-year residential program for students aged 16-19 from around 65 different countries. The mission of the UWC movement is to "make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future."

UWC Costa Rica aims to share its mission of making with the greater community through educational programs for students, educators and professionals. Programs are for local and international visitors. We work in the following areas:

· Workshops (Training available year-round by reservation)

-Intercultural Communication Communication Abilities

· Short Courses (Open enrollment programs for students during the months of June, July and August. In 2014 these programs will be offered:

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· Group Visits (International travel opportunity for school groups which features both academic and cultural content; available year-round)

· Facility Rentals (Rentals include lodging, food service, playing fields and full-service campus facilities. For educational groups and other visits year-round)

UWC Costa Rica offers educational programs for students, educators and professionals.

All programs

Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 2 weeks or less
Minimum age
14
Maximum age
65
Age notes
Depends on program; please inquire
Student status required
No
Language notes
English proficiency necessary; Spanish skills helpful but not mandatory.
Application process
Depends on program. Please visit our website for more information: http://www.uwccostarica.org/en/extension-programContact the outreach coordinator by email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (+506 2282 5609 ext 130) with questions.

Pricing

Price range
  • under $1000
  • $1001-$2500
  • $2501-$5000
Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Ground transport
  • Meals
  • Orientation
  • Tuition

Organization details

UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.

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