High School Study Abroad in Central America

Nestled between the Pacific and the Atlantic and encompassing one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, Central America is the perfect destination for high school students who want to break free of routine and have an educational adventure in a Spanish speaking country. Embarking on a high school program in Central America is your ticket to exploring an environmentally beautiful and culturally rich region of the world that many will never get to experience. What are you waiting for!

102 High School Programs in Central America

9.7363 reviews

Arcos Journeys Abroad

Spanish Language & Costa Rican Culture

Immerse yourself in the Spanish language of Costa Rica, the happi...

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81 reviews

AFS-USA

AFS Intercultural Programs: Study Abroad in Costa Rica

Our high school study abroad program in Costa Rica is filled with...

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CIEE High School Abroad

CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Climate Change in Monteverde

Delve into the science of climate change surrounded by Costa Rica...

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9.679 reviews

Travel For Teens

Travel For Teens: Costa Rica Adventure and Service

Join us in Costa Rica for unforgettable memories and valuable ser...

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9.6837 reviews

GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...

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91 reviews

MAXIMO NIVEL

Summer Camp in Costa Rica - Spanish Camp!

Develop your Spanish skills in Costa Rica with the Maximo Nivel S...

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9.52 reviews

Greenheart Travel

Teen Language Camp in Costa Rica with Greenheart

Learn and improve your Spanish skills through full language and c...

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9.710 reviews

Global Works - Travel with Purpose

Costa Rica: Summer Service Adventures

Global Works specializes in service trips and educational experie...

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9.7860 reviews

Global Leadership Adventures

Top Rated Program High School Abroad in Costa Rica 2025

GLA Costa Rica - Volunteer Programs for Teens

Travel to Costa Rica and make a difference in a subject area you ...

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101 reviews

Beyond Sports Tours

Beyond Sports Travel

The Girls Leadership Academy for Service & Sport (GLASS) is desig...

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96 reviews

Seeds of Change Research

Tropical Field Research

During the Seeds of Change Tropical Rainforest Research Program, ...

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9.5286 reviews

GVI

High School Volunteer Abroad Programs

GVI offers a variety of opportunities for young adults between th...

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9.235 reviews

Rustic Pathways

Costa Rica Surf, Adventure, Service & Turtle Programs

Costa Rica is where adventure, service, cultural immersion, and t...

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102 reviews

Westcoast Connection

Costa Rica Service & Adventure - 21 Days

Dive into the perfect balance of meaningful service projects, cul...

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9.437 reviews

ARCC Programs

Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative

The Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative program offers ...

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101 reviews

Freepackers

Summer Camp in the Tropical Forest - Costa Rica

Experience an unforgettable summer camp in the heart of Costa Ric...

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9.577 reviews

Putney Student Travel

Costa Rica Service Programs

Travel to Costa Rica, a model of conservation and biodiversity, a...

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101 reviews

Intercultura Costa Rica

Spanish Adventure & Leadership Camp for Teenagers

Learn the language. Live the culture. Be the change. Join our sum...

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9.333 reviews

Where There Be Dragons

Guatemala: Spanish Language Intensive (Summer)

At dawn, a howler monkey cries from the branch of a giant cieba t...

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Language Vacation

Spanish Summer Immersion for Teenagers in Costa Rica

Enjoy a summer Spanish learning vacation in a typical "Tico" town...

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September 17, 2025by: Beth Ruby - CanadaProgram: Costa Rica Service & Adventure - 21 Days

Our 15-year-old daughter had the experience of a lifetime on her trip to Costa Rica with Westcoast Connections. From before we even registered her for this trip until after she got home, we were impressed with the communications and support we received from the Westcoast staff. We felt confident about her safety, health and well-being throughout the trip. The travel, accommodations and activities were all excellent. From a social perspective, she went on this trip without knowing a single other participant and came home with 20+ new, wonderful friends. The staff did a great job making sure the social dynamics of the group were positive and inclusive.

Amazing experience!

September 03, 2025by: Emilia Slater - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica Service & Adventure - 21 Days

My daughter came home saying it was the best time ever. The people, of course, made it amazing, but the community service work she did really made her realize how others are in need of help and support from outside their community. To have made a positive impact in these communities really meant a lot to her. She also enjoyed the adventure part of the trip! Loved doing new things with new people and made string connections with her group. She has now made some of the what friends she'll have for life. Thank you for an incredible experience!