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CIEE Summer Sustainability and the Environment Program in Monteverde, Costa Rica (Outgoing Program) Print 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Sophomore Program Type: study abroad
GPA Requirement: 2.5 Housing: Homestay
Fields of Study: Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Communication Studies, Ecology & Systematics, Economics, Environmental Science, General Engineering, Geography, Geology, Marketing, Sustainability, Tourism, Zoology Language of Instruction: English, Spanish
Program Description:

Summer Sustainability + The Environment

MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA

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Program Overview

Your Summer Sustainability + The Environment program in Monteverde lasts 6 weeks (or up to 12 weeks). You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Costa Rican culture. Live and learn in Monteverde!

Unique Experiences

LEARN FROM COSTA RICAN FARMERS

who maintain crops, improve their soils, and have high productivity with natural and climate-smart practices

 

LIVE IN A RURAL MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY

surrounded by a tropical cloud forest and friendly Costa Ricans

 

SEE UP CLOSE

advance your Spanish skills, and integrate into Costa Rican culture.

 

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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Monteverde will open doors for you to explore Costa Rica's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:


  • Rise with the sun for birding tours or farm chores and experiencing biodiversity after the sun goes down with a guided night hike
  • Visit natural destinations, such as national parks or reserves, to experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity and natural beauty
  • Explore indoor and outdoor areas with access to forest trails and gardens for recreation, self-exploration, and co-curricular activities

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Meals
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Two-day orientation – an introduction to Costa Rica culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission 05/18/2026 06/27/2026
Summer I 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer II 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.