In San Jose we recommend the Costa Rica Spanish Institute (COSI). Beautifully located between San Pedro and Zapote, the school is situated in a safe and quiet upper class suburb.
COSI strives to be one of the best language schools in Latin America by offering high-quality, personalised courses at a reasonable price. We offer personalized attention in a professional, friendly atmosphere with modern facilities and equipment in pleasant, clean classrooms.
| Type | Description | Price Range |
| Afternoon & Evening | Cartago/Lankester Gardens, Heredia (city of flowers), Volcan Poas. | Free - 18 USD |
| Weekend | White water rafting, Tortuga Island. | 46-107 USD |

![]() | COSI is great because the teachers work according to the needs of the student. The experience is very pleasant and very relaxed. It’s fun!!! Itzhak Helman (Israel) |
![]() | 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. Caroline W (USA) |
![]() | 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. Robert K. (PhD) |
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| Dec/25; Jan/01; Mar/28; Mar/29; May/01; Aug/15; Dec/25 |

| 17 Classrooms, Internet Access, Fax and telephone, COSI Books and Materials supplied. |

| Teaching | 4.5 |
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| Service | 4.6 |
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| Facilities | 4.4 |
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| Activities | 4.2 |
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| Value for Money | 4.2 |
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| Accommodation | 4.5 |
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The Mini-group course covers all of the four aspects of language learning (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Classes emphasize on oral communication to achieve specific goals. Teachers are rotated every week to ensure that the students are exposed to a variety of Spanish accents.
| Age Group | 17+ | |
| Minimum Level | Absolute Beginner | |
| Lessons per Week | 20 | |
| Course Duration | 1-24 weeks | |
| Students per Class | Average 2-3, max. 8 | |
| Course Start | Beginners: May/27; Jun/03; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/05; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/28; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Dec/23; Dec/30; Jan/06; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19 Other levels: Any Monday |
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The one-to-one course can be tailored precisely to the student's needs. This course is also suitable for students who are interested in Business Spanish, Medical Spanish, South American Spanish Culture, etc.
| Age Group | 6+ | |
| Minimum Level | Absolute Beginner | |
| Lessons per Week | 20 | |
| Course Duration | 1-12 weeks | |
| Students per Class | 1 | |
| Course Start | Beginners: May/27; Jun/03; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/05; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/28; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Dec/23; Dec/30; Jan/06; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19 Other levels: Any Monday |
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On this intensive program, students will take Mini-group lessons in the morning with other students and attend private lessons in the afternoon. During the private tuition, students can work on their specific needs such as vocabulary, pronunciation, etc.
| Age Group | 17+ | |
| Minimum Level | Absolute Beginner | |
| Lessons per Week | 20+10 | |
| Course Duration | 1-12 weeks | |
| Students per Class | Mini-group classes: Ave. 2-3, Max. 8 Private classes: 1 |
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| Course Start | Beginners: May/27; Jun/03; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/05; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/28; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Dec/23; Dec/30; Jan/06; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19 Other levels: Any Monday |
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Fully furnished apartments which are located just one block from the school facilities in San José. Each apartment has a computer with internet access, refrigerator, stove, microwave oven, cooking utensils and TV. Room cleaning service is also provided. Each apartment has 3 bedrooms. |
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| Availability | All year | ||
| Location/ Travel time |
2 min. walk | ||
| Rooms | Whole Apartment | ||
| Bath | Private Bathroom | ||
| Meal Options | no board | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | ||
| Notes | Age: 18+ Cleaning: weekly Laundry facility: yes Towels: no Internet: yes |
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Fully furnished apartments which are located just one block from the school facilities in San José. Each apartment has a computer with internet access, refrigerator, stove, microwave oven, cooking utensils and TV. Room cleaning service is also provided. Each apartment has 3 bedrooms. |
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| Availability | All year | ||
| Location/ Travel time |
2 min. walk | ||
| Rooms | Double room | ||
| Bath | Shared Bathroom | ||
| Meal Options | no board | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | ||
| Notes | Age: 18+ Cleaning: weekly Laundry facility: yes Towels: no Internet: yes |
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The homestay option is a great opportunity to live with a Costa Rican family. A private room, keys to the house, breakfast, dinner and laundry service are all provided. The school chooses the families according to their interest in sharing with foreigners and from the evaluations received from previous students. |
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| Availability | All year | ||
| Location/ Travel time |
Max. 15 min walk. During the summer, some students might be placed a bit farther (approx. 10 min by bus) | ||
| Rooms | Double room | ||
| Bath | Shared Bathroom | ||
| Meal Options | Half board | ||
| Kitchen | No | ||
| Notes | Age: 17+ Cleaning: weekly Laundry: yes Towels: no Internet: no |
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