Máximo NivelSan Jose, Costa Rica
- Free Tandem Conversation Program
- Free Spansih Tutoring Table
- Free coffee and tea.
- Small class sizes
- Top rated social activities4.5
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45 of students are from USA
Venue: The Maximo Nivel campus is located in San Pedro, the university district of San Jose. This lively neighbourhood offers a vibrant student atmosphere, with plenty of restaurants, gyms, shopping malls, and exciting night-life featuring live music and dancing.
The institute is just a quick 10-minute bus ride from downtown San Jose. The campus offers both indoor and outdoor study areas, making it an ideal space for local and international students to meet and collaborate. It serves as a great base to connect with others, plan activities, and practice your language skills. The institute includes 15 classrooms, a computer lab, an open-air snack bar, and spacious common areas. It is open 7 days a week, including holidays.
Spanish Courses

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Price at schoolOur price | 430409 | 860817 | 12901226 | 16801596 | 20701967 | 24602337 | 28502708 | 32403078 | 36303449 | 40203819 | 48004560 |
Join the school in their San Jose location for their Group 20 Spanish course, in which you’ll commit to 20 lessons per week that are focused on bringing up your level on all language skills related to reading, writing, speaking and listening - to leave you with greater confidence when it comes to using your Spanish in real-life situations.
The programme makes use of a course book to provide students with a clear curriculum, and this is included in your fees, among other learning materials that you’ll be presented with throughout the experience. You’ll be able to take advantage of the school’s Tandem Conversation Programme, which is the school’s extracurricular club for all those students who wish to meet new people and socialise while practising their study language of choice.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | 215205 | 430409 | 645613 | 840798 | 1035984 | 12301169 | 14251354 | 16201539 | 18151725 | 20101910 | 24002280 |
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | 725689 | 14501378 | 21752067 | 25952466 | 31903031 | 37853596 | 43804161 | 49754727 | 55705292 | 61655857 | 73556988 |
This course offers 20 group lessons and 10 private lessons per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | 17751731 | -- | 31353057 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week adventure and cultural tour including a cultural night, a cultural tour (Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall and Coffee Farm), catamaran to Tortuga Island and Manuel Antonio (3 days/2 nights).
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | 19951946 | 43904281 | 67856616 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
It includes tours and social activities, camp T-shirt, books and materials, free salsa and cooking classes, access to WiFi and computer lounge, and certificate.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
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Price at schoolOur price | 430409 | 860817 | 12901226 | 16701587 | 20601957 | 24502328 | 28402698 | 32303069 | 36203439 | 40103810 | 47904551 |
Course with 10 private lessons per week, tailored to the student's needs and interests.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | 725689 | 14501378 | 21752067 | 25952466 | 31903031 | 37853596 | 43804161 | 49754727 | 55705292 | 61655857 | 73556988 |
Course with 20 private lessons per week, tailored to the student's needs and interests.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at schoolOur price | 215205 | 430409 | 645613 | 835794 | 1030979 | 12251164 | 14201349 | 16151535 | 18101720 | 20051905 | 23952276 |
Course with 5 private lessons per week, tailored to the student's needs and interests.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 19951946 | -- | -- | -- | 29952921 | -- | -- | -- |
This option offers 1 hour a day of small group Spanish lessons and 6-8 hours per day in a project placement. It also includes orientation, project management and academic advising.
Additional week: USD 295.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 22352180 | -- | -- | -- | 39153818 | -- | -- | -- |
This option provides 2 weeks of Spanish plus 2 weeks of volunteering OR 4 weeks of Spanish plus 4 weeks of volunteering and includes airport pickup, orientation and project management.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | 860817 | -- | 16701587 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course focuses on building business vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within various business contexts and is designed to expand the student’s vocabulary and proficiency in Spanish for business. The course also examines topics on business protocol and etiquette in Latin America and Spain.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | 860817 | -- | 16701587 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course focuses on building medical vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within the context of healthcare and medicine. This includes role-play scenarios, research, vocabulary acquisition and when possible, guest speakers and visits to local clinics or hospitals.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Our prices for Máximo Nivel include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Student opinions about Máximo Nivel, San Jose
Máximo Nivel, San Jose
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Máximo Nivel
“Get a taste of the true Costa Rican culture in the capital city, while accessing the beauty that Costa Rica has to offer through weekend and day trips”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Soccer field / football pitch
Free parking
Free WIFI
Free coffee
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Babysitter (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 15
- Number of public PC workstations: 6
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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USA | 45% |
Germany | 10% |
England | 10% |
Brazil | 5% |
Switzerland | 5% |
France | 5% |
Netherlands | 5% |
Spain | 5% |
Japan | 5% |
Other nationalities | 5% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 5% |
18-24 years | 50% |
25-34 years | 25% |
35-50 years | 15% |
>50 years | 5% |
Information for all courses offered by Máximo Nivel
Spanish Programs also include:
- Airport pick-up
- Safety orientation
- Walking tour
- Tandem Conversation Program (Language Exchange)
Programs include:
– Orientation, walking tour, and safety presentation
– Official Spanish Certificate
– Letter of recommendation
– Open 7 days a week—Great home base facilities!
– Emergency contact 24/7
– Free office-wide WiFi
– Free onsite computer lounge
– Free salsa dance classes
– Free cooking classes
– Free Spanish language tutoring table
– Free Tandem Conversation Program
– Free coffee and tea at the on-site snack bar
01 Jan 2025, 11 Apr 2025, 17 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 Jul 2025, 02 Aug 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 01 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
Airport transfer
free airport transfer without additional costs one way
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Weekly cooking classes
Spanish Tutoring Table
Tandem Conversation Exchange
Weekly reflection workshop
Cultural lectures and shows
Adults - Paid activities
Coffee Tour at Café Britt (1 day) - USD 61
Volcan Irazu, Orosi Valley & Lankaster Gardens (1 day) - USD 127
Tortuguero National Park (1 day) - USD 155
Manuel Antonio (2D/1N) - USD 375
Junior - Free activities
Weekly cooking classes.
Spanish Tutoring Table.
Tandem Conversation Exchange.
Weekly reflection workshop.
Cultural lectures and shows.
Junior - Paid activities
Toucan & Sloth Rescue Ranch - USD 95
Accommodation

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Price in US$ | 265 | 530 | 795 | 1005 | 1260 | 1515 | 1770 | 2025 | 2535 | 3045 | 255 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

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Price in US$ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 950 | 1190 | 1430 | 1670 | 1910 | 2390 | 2870 | 240 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
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Price in US$ | 200 | 400 | 600 | 760 | 950 | 1140 | 1330 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 |
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$ | -- | -- | -- | 895 | 1118.75 | 1342.5 | 1566.25 | 1790 | 2237.5 | 2685 | 223.75 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Only possible to book in months, rather than in weeks.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1310 | 1640 | 1970 | 2300 | 2630 | 3290 | 3950 | 330 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
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Price in US$ | 300 | 650 | 1000 | 1350 | 1700 | 2050 | 2400 | 2750 | 3450 | 4150 | 350 |
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 | 325 | 500 | 675 | 850 | 1025 | 1200 | 1375 | 1725 | 2075 | 175 |
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$ | 390 | 845 | 1300 | 1755 | 2210 | 2665 | 3120 | 3575 | 4485 | 5395 | 455 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Questions and answers about Máximo Nivel
- I would like to enroll my 3 kids in the program. My kids are 5 and 6 years old.“Yes, we could definitely sign your children up for Private Spanish Lessons in San Jose. The minimum would be 1 hour daily.”Nati, Admissions Team from Máximo Nível - Jul 25, 2021
FAQ about Máximo Nivel, San Jose
- What is the best price for a course at Máximo Nivel, San Jose?Spanish courses at Máximo Nivel start at 205 US$ for Spanish Program - Group 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Máximo Nivel?The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of Máximo Nivel
- Is airport pickup offered by Máximo Nivel?Yes. The school offers pickup from Juan Santamaria International Airport ( US$)
- What is the number of students per class at Máximo Nivel?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Máximo Nivel varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 8 students (Spanish Program - Group 20)
- Which countries are students of Máximo Nivel from?The highest Nationality percentage at Máximo Nivel comes from USA with a 45% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and England (10%).
- Máximo Nivel offers courses for which ages?Máximo Nivel offers courses from 13 years (Junior Spanish Camp, 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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