Academia Columbus, San Jose, Costa Rica
On top of any of the offers below you still get the 5% discount on the course price for booking on this website.
| Description | Courses | |
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| 1 week for free | 1 week for free on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 3 weeks, accomodation required. Only valid for bookings at this website. before 28.06.2013. Only valid for courses starting before 30.12.2013. |
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General Information on Academia Columbus
The language school Academia Columbus was founded in San Jose, Costa Rica in 2005. Our school lies in the heart of the picturesque town Santo Domingo de Heredia, just 10 minutes by bus from the lively capital city San José. Santo Domingo de Heredia is situated between San José and Heredia in the heart of Central America. The school address is: Barrio St. Martin/Santo Tomás de Santo Domingo de Heredia, San Jose (Costa Rica).
Facilities
Kitchen for student use, fridge for student use, microwave for student use, lounge, garden, balcony / terrace, free coffee, free WIFI, free water dispenser
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms.
Ample natural light in most classrooms.
Accreditations and Quality seals of Academia Columbus, San Jose
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is San José (SJO). It takes 30 minutes to school.
| Number of classrooms: | 15 | |
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| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 50 Adult courses throughout the year: 25 | |
| Average no. of levels: | Adult courses in summer: 6 Adult courses throughout the year: 3 | |
| Spanish teacher qualifications: | 70 % hold a university degree 20 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 30 years throughout the year: 32 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 18 years | |
| Student nationalities: | China 2 % Germany 20 % England 5 % France 3 % Holland 2 % | Switzerland 12 % USA 24 % |
All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 309 | 599 | 884 | 1149 | 1398 | 1647 | 1896 | 2145 | 2643 | 3121 | 239 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 02.Apr.2013, 16.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 17.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 18.Nov.2013, 03.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 209 | 409 | 599 | 789 | 968 | 1147 | 1326 | 1505 | 1863 | 2201 | 169 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 02.Apr.2013, 16.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 17.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 18.Nov.2013, 03.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 369 | 719 | 1064 | 1389 | 1703 | 2017 | 2331 | 2645 | 3273 | 3881 | 304 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 499 | 969 | 1429 | 1869 | 2298 | 2727 | 3156 | 3585 | 4443 | 5281 | 419 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 369 | 729 | 1079 | 1429 | 1768 | 2107 | 2446 | 2785 | 3463 | 4121 | 329 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 02.Apr.2013, 16.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 17.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 18.Nov.2013, 03.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2167 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| The course consists of 20 mini group lessons of general Intensive Spanish plus 10 specific exam preparation. The price does not include exam fees to be paid to the Instituto Cervantes. The price of the exam depends on the level and the country in which you register to take the DELE exam. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2013: 08.Apr.2013, 07.Oct.2013. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 8:30 - 13:00 | ||||||||||
| Exam dates | 24.May.2013, 25.May.2013, 22.Nov.2013, 23.Nov.2013 | ||||||||||
| Note: All courses offered by Academia Columbus, San Jose can be booked online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
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| Lesson duration (minutes): | 60 minutes |
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| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 20 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | DELE |
| Language school closed: | In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 15.Apr.2013, 01.May.2013, 29.Jul.2013, 02.Aug.2013, 15.Aug.2013, 16.Sep.2013, 12.Oct.2013, 25.Dec.2013 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Spanish, English |
4. Accommodation
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | Deposit (refundable)* | |
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| Price in US$ | 170 | 340 | 510 | 680 | 170 | 80 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | Deposit (refundable)* | |
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| Price in US$ | 140 | 280 | 420 | 560 | 140 | 80 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | Deposit (refundable)* | |
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| Price in US$ | 100 | 200 | 300 | 400 | 100 | 80 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 25 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | Deposit (refundable)* | |
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| Price in US$ | 135 | 270 | 405 | 540 | 135 | 80 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||||||
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| Comment | Home stay: If you are coming with a friend or partner, you are welcome to stay together in the same host family. Should you have any dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian, allergies, etc.), please state those on your enrollment form, so that the family can prepare for your needs as best as possible. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | Juan Santamaría International (SJO): for 25 US$ (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Overall rating |  4.5/5.0 (2 reviews) |
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| City | 4.0/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.0/5.0 |
| Facilities |  3.5/5.0 |
| Social activities |  2.0/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.0/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.5/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family |  5.0/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 5.0/5.0 |
| Other | 5.0/5.0 |
| Students liked about Academia Columbus, San Jose | |
| "Super nice teachers and host family. Lesson structuring " - Iryna (27 years) | |
| All 2 reviews of Academia Columbus | |
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