Academia TicaJaco Beach, Costa Rica
- Amazing location surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens and close to the beach.
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.8
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Learning progress guarantee.
Location: Academia Tica Jaco Beach is located in the paradise-like Jaco Beach of Costa Rica. The school is housed in a beautiful residential home which has been renovated into a school. There are many on-site activities and amenities for students to enjoy within the school's garden area, in addition to having Downtown Jacó and the beach only a 15-minute walk away. The area surrounding the school is abundant with supermarkets, convenience stores, cafes, pubs, surf shops and surf schools. The Jacó Walk Shopping Center is within a 20-minute walk of the school.
Course selection:Academia Tica Jaco Beach offers General Spanish courses suitable to students of all levels. These courses are available over several schedules and intensities throughout the year. Additional courses available throughout the year include Spanish + Surfing, the "Interactive Programme" which includes cultural and educational excursions and activities, and Spanish for Specific Purposes.
School facilities: The school facilities include many areas for relaxation and social engagement. Such spaces include an outdoor swimming pool, a tropical garden, a games room, PC workstations, free WIFI, a library and more. There is also a student support desk for any questions or queries that arise.
All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Social and cultural: Academia Tica Jaco Beach provides a diverse and entertaining activity programme for students as an optional benefit of studying with the school. Such activities and excursions can include Salsa and Latin dance classes, surf lessons, the Latin American cinema club, cooking class and much more.
Spanish Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1730 1644 | 2060 1957 | 2390 2271 | 2720 2584 | 3020 2869 | 3320 3154 | 3920 3724 |
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 12:20 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 470 447 | 940 893 | 1410 1340 | 1880 1786 | 2330 2214 | 2780 2641 | 3230 3069 | 3680 3496 | 4100 3895 | 4520 4294 | 5360 5092 |
Morning: 8:00 - 13:10
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 590 561 | 1180 1121 | 1770 1682 | 2360 2242 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 20 group lessons of the Intensive Course plus 10 group lessons of Spanish for Specific Purposes.
This course is for professionals that already have a sufficient command of Spanish and want to learn the technical language in their field of expertise: Spanish for Teachers, Medical, Law and Business Spanish.
Morning: 8:00 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 590 561 | 1180 1121 | 1770 1682 | 2360 2242 | 2930 2784 | 3500 3325 | 4070 3867 | 4640 4408 | 5180 4921 | 5720 5434 | 6800 6460 |
This course includes the Intensive Course plus 10 private lessons per week.
Morning: 8:00 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 610 580 | 1220 1159 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 10 Spanish lessons in a mini group, 5 cultural and/or educational activities and 2 excursions per week.
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is for professionals that already have sufficient command of Spanish to learn technical language in their field of expertise: medicine, nursing, veterinary, business, law.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1280 1216 | 1520 1444 | 1760 1672 | 2000 1900 | 2210 2100 | 2420 2299 | 2840 2698 |
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2480 2356 | 2960 2812 | 3440 3268 | 3920 3724 | 4370 4152 | 4820 4579 | 5720 5434 |
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | 2250 2138 | 3000 2850 | 3730 3544 | 4460 4237 | 5190 4931 | 5920 5624 | 6620 6289 | 7320 6954 | 8720 8284 |
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 520 494 | 1040 988 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 2580 2451 | 3080 2926 | 3580 3401 | 4080 3876 | 4550 4323 | 5020 4769 | 5960 5662 |
This course includes 10 private Spanish lessons plus 5 surf lessons per week.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (US$) Our price (US$) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2480 2356 | 2960 2812 | 3440 3268 | 3920 3724 | 4370 4152 | 4820 4579 | 5720 5434 |
This course includes 20 group lessons plus 3 surf lessons per week.
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Our prices for Academia Tica include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Student opinions about Academia Tica, Jaco Beach
Academia Tica, Jaco Beach
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Academia Tica
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Kitchen for student use
Student support desk
Balcony / terrace
Garden
Lounge
Games room
Movie room
Movie rental
Library
Computer lab
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Outdoor swimming pool
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 7
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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USA | 19% |
Germany | 15% |
Switzerland | 14% |
Netherlands | 9% |
Sweden | 8% |
England | 7% |
France | 6% |
Brazil | 5% |
Italy | 3% |
Japan | 1% |
Other nationalities | 13% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 7% |
18-24 years | 29% |
25-34 years | 31% |
35-50 years | 25% |
>50 years | 8% |
Information for all courses offered by Academia Tica
NOTE: The school will often be open on public holidays and close on the Friday of the same week. Exceptions to this being 01.January and 25.December. For all other public holidays it is best to double check with the school before planning a day off.
Volunteering Program Fees:
- Placement fee: USD 100
- Project donation fee: USD 50
- Course, lodging and meals are not included. Lodging and meals: approximately USD 35 per day.
Internship Program Fees: - Internship placement and supervision fee: USD 350.
Online private lessons: USD 25 each.
Semi-private lessons (in person): USD 28 + USD 10 for each extra student.
Book purchase (OPTIONAL): USD 35.
01 Jan 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 25 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 01 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 02 May 2025.
Airport transfer
260 US$ return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 290 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 310 | 620 | 930 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 310 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Student Testimonial Videos
Questions and answers about Academia Tica
- What is the cheapest way to get from San José Airport to Jacó Beach if I don't take the school transfer?“You take a taxi from the airport to the bus station in San José Terminal 7-10 and, from there, there are regular buses to Jacó. ”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 10, 2024
- How long does the public bus take from San José to Jacó Beach?“The trip takes about 1.5 - 2 hours each way.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 10, 2024
- How far is the bus station in Jacó Beach from Academia Tica?“From the bus terminal to Academia Tica is about 1.8 kilometers.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 10, 2024
- What is the process like on the first day of school at Academia Tica Jacó Beach?“08:00 a.m. – Level test and placement in the classes.
08:50 a.m. – First introductory lesson.
09:40 a.m. – Coffee break.
10:00 a.m. – Introduction of the new students.
10:15 a.m – Two more lessons.
11:40 a.m. – Lunch.
12:20 p.m. – Welcome & Orientation Talk.
1:30 p.m. – Welcome & Orientation Tour.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 10, 2024 - Are there any extra costs for a Spanish course in combination with surfing?“Regarding surfing, the board and equipment, that is all included in the course price. The students also get picked up in downtown Jacó to get taken to the surf point. ”Manuel, Director from Academia Tica, Jaco Beach - Sep 27, 2023
- How far is the school from the student flats?“Academia Tica's student flats are small but comfortable units in the immediate vicinity of the school (about a 5-minute walk).”Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 18, 2023
- Is it possible to book the course without the accommodation?“Yes, that is possible. You can book the course without the accommodation and organise the accommodation yourself.”Tanja, Area Manager German from Academia Tica - Apr 14, 2023
- Can the student flat also be booked as a single room?“Yes, a single room can also be booked in the student flat. The price per week in a single room is slightly higher than in a double room.”Tanja, Area Manager German from Academia Tica, Jaco Beach - Mar 09, 2023
- Does the school offer Portuguese classes?“Academia Tica in Jaco Beach only offers Spanish courses.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 03, 2023
- What time do classes end on Friday? (Super-intensive course including private lessons)? Is it possible to organize the trip back to San Jose on Friday?“In good theory, classes for the 20+10 finish at 14:00. You can still make it by bus although probably will arrive in San José close to night time. You can book a transfer too.
”Manuel, Director from Academia Tica - Dec 12, 2022 - Can I pay by credit card upon arrival?“Yes! You can pay by credit card at school with no additional fees. You should inform your bank before you travel so that payments can be made in Costa Rica without any problems.”Manuel, from Academia Tica - Nov 24, 2022
- What is the best way to get from San Jose to Jacó Beach by bus and what is the check-in process?“They can check in virtually any time this weekend. Usually students would book the 11h, 13h or 15h bus depending on their plans, it will take around 2 hours to get to Jacó, so any of those work really.
We just need to know which one they are getting and our colleague will estimate the time they will be getting to the apartments (it's Costa Rican buses so there is always a bit of give and take) and she will meet them there to hand off the keys and show them to the room.
They should come directly to the student apartments and if anything comes up, they can call or write to the emergency number. On Monday we shall see them at the school just before 8:00 am.”Manuel, from - Nov 02, 2022
FAQ about Academia Tica, Jaco Beach
- When is the high season in Costa Rica?“The peak season for the school in Costa Rica is from mid-May through August. During this time, the school occasionally hosts groups and college students who are on vacation.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 26, 2024
- I am wondering what kind of clothing is suitable for Costa Rica.“We suggest that you bring comfortable and light clothing such as cotton pants, shorts, t-shirts, and jeans. If you plan to visit mountains or volcanoes or for cooler evenings, it is advisable to bring a jacket or sweater. On the other hand, if you are travelling to the coast, lighter clothing is necessary due to the hot weather. This includes a bathing suit, shorts, light dresses, and sandals.
For school, the dress code is informal, allowing students to wear jeans, shorts, and t-shirts. It's a good idea to bring some dressier clothes for evening outings.
You can wear skirts of varying lengths, regular shorts, and sleeveless shirts. However, it's best to avoid extremely short skirts and shorts in the city, as they may attract unwanted attention from men on the street.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 26, 2024 - Is airport pickup offered by Academia Tica?Yes. The school offers pickup from Juan Santamaria International Airport (130 US$)
- What is the number of students per class at Academia Tica?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Academia Tica varies from 1 students (Private 10) to 6 students (Intensive Course )
- Which countries are students of Academia Tica from?The highest Nationality percentage at Academia Tica comes from USA with a 19% representation, followed by students from Germany (15%) and Switzerland (14%).
- Academia Tica offers courses for which ages?Academia Tica offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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This course offers 20 group lessons plus 5 private lessons per week.