Dates
January 4 - 19, 2014
Application Fee
$100
Program Fee
TBD
The Program Fee includes tuition and most meals. Click on Program Fee for details.
International airfare and personal expenses are not included in the Program Fee and are the responsibility of the participant.
Application Deadline
October 4, 2013
Eligibility
This program is open to all undergraduate students, including students who do not attend George Mason University.
Credits
Undergraduate
Seeking approval for 3 credits in HIST, HNRS, NCLC, and TOUR.
Housing
Hotels , Homestays and one Hostel
Excursions
Too many to list!
See the itinerary below.
Contact
Denise Elles-Mdahuar via email or by calling 703.993.2155 or toll free at 866.468.1243. The toll free number does not accept calls from the 703 or 571 area code.
Faculty Information
Professor Adriane Alfred
Experience the natural beauty of Central America in this four weeks study abroad tour of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Earn 3 undergraduate credits while you explore sustainable development, culture and eco tourism. Spanish is not required but it is great opportunity to improve your skills!

View of Granada, Nicaragua

Eco hotel in Costa Rica
Tentative Itinerary
TBD

Village of San Juan del Sur
Academic Director

Adriane Alfred is an adjunct professor from George Mason University's Recreation, Health, & Tourism Department. She has worked in the tourism industry for more than 25 years and founded an organization to teach cultural competency, Peace thru Culture. After living ten years in Central America, her unique insight and experiences in the Americas have lead her to develop two Study Abroad programs.
Dates: January 4 - 19, 2014*
You should plan to arrive in Costa Rica for the first day of the program. You can schedule your return to the United States from Costa Rica for the last day of the program or choose to travel independently.
You have an option of flying into SJO San Jose International Airport and leaving from LIR Liberia International Airport.
Do not purchase international airfare until you are advised by your Program Officer.
Approximate Program Dee: TBD
The Center for Global Education Program Fee includes:
Tuition
Housing - hotel accommodation for the duration of the program
Most meals
In-country transportation
Travel insurance
Pre-departure orientation
Emergency medical insurance, including medical evacuation and repatriation
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to George Mason students. George Mason students can click here to download the CGE Global Perspectives scholarship application. Mason students may also use financial aid to cover a program's cost. If you are not a George Mason university student check with your study abroad office or office of financial aid to learn more about how to cover the cost of your study abroad.
How to Apply
Consult the How to Apply section for detailed instructions. Start by completing the online application. Pay the $100 application fee.
Note that all supplemental documents are required by the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Contact the Program Officer for further application forms and instructions specific to your program.

