Study Abroad in San José: Housing and Meals

The homestay experience can be the most rewarding part of your time abroad. It is the best way to learn Spanish, get involved in the culture and integrate into the local community. Patience, respect and an open mind are essential to success. Living in a homestay situation demands a great amount of flexibility on your part.

You will be housed with a local family located within walking distance to campus. You will have a single bedroom. Breakfast and dinner are provided daily by the family. Lunch can be purchased cheaply at the cafeteria on the University campus. Laundry will be done once a week by the host family.

Most homes have internet facilities. There is privacy for study, yet contact with “Tico” hosts. Students are seldom housed with families with young children.

AIFS always arranges the best accommodation available for students. Changes in housing will be considered only in the event of health and safety issues.