Agriculture & Natural Resources in Costa Rica
with UTM & API
Program Details
Program Dates: May 9 – May 16, 2025
Location: San José, Costa Rica
Faculty Lead: Jessica Crews
Application Deadline: TBA
Program Cost: TBA
Program Summary
Explore Costa Rica’s rich agricultural heritage and sustainable practices on this immersive journey. Visit a wildlife rescue center, and the striking Volcán Irazú, and discover the lush beauty of the Orosi Valley. Experience local coffee culture at the Doka Coffee Plantation, tour a sustainable farm, enjoy a vibrant artisan market, and more!
About Your Trip:
Details & Highlights
Itinerary Highlights
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Below is a list of activities and excursions planned for this program*:
- Introductory walking tour of San José
- Group welcome dinner
- Local farmer’s market
- Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center
- Volcan Irazú
- The Orosi Valley
- Lankester Botanical Garden
- Poas Volcano National Park
- Tour of Doka Coffee Plantation
- Visit to a sustainable farm
- Local artisan market
- Farewell dinner
Overnight Excursion to Manuel Antonio:
- Guided tour/hike of Manuel Antonio National Park
- Canopy tour
*Please note: Cultural activities and excursions are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and other factors.
Course Details & Academics
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AGRI 230 – Travel Studies in Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Health & Safety
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- API health, safety and cultural orientation upon arrival
- API on-site Resident Director to implement and oversee the program itinerary and serve as an emergency contact available 24/7
- Every API Resident Director is thoroughly trained in emergency response and receives ongoing training and support. In the event of an emergency, they are ready to enact emergency action plans
Travel Information
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- All participants will need a valid passport to enter Costa Rica
- Students do not need a student visa
- There will be one group airport pick-up in San José (SJO) and one group airport return in San José (SJO)
Housing & Meals
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Housing:
- Accommodation in shared hotel rooms for program duration
- Linens, towels, and internet access provided
Included Meals:
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Group welcome meal
- Group farewell meal
- Four group lunches
What's Included
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Included in Program Fee:
- API on-site Resident Director
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Accommodations
- Select meals
- Excursions & Activities
- Ground transportation for program activites
- Pre-departure advising
Not Included:
- International airfare
- Additional meals or activities not listed in the official itinerary
- Personal expenses (e.g. passport, luggage fees, souvenirs, etc.)
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Financial Aid Resources
You might be surprised to hear that you can use financial aid to study abroad! API does accept all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
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Let’s Get You Abroad!
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Connect with Your School
For more information on this program, or how to get the process started at your school, reach out to the faculty leader or study abroad office!
Faculty Lead:
Jessica Crews, [email protected]
Study Abroad Advisor:
Dr. Joseph Ostenson, [email protected]
Why API
API offers best-in-class programming, with student well-being a high priority.
Our mission is to create better global citizens through international experiential learning. API programs are developed to be transformative, career-boosting experiences that include:
- Community involvement through optional volunteer programs with API Gives Back
- Cultural awareness through relevant coursework and time spent in multicultural student groups
- High-touch student support throughout the program
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