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9 Spanish Language Schools in San Jose - Ranking 2023

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San Jose ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in San Jose

3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Overall attractiveness of San Jose
18 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in San Jose
Nightlife
3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Interesing things to do
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Geographic setting
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Public transport
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Climate
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Cleanliness
3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Affordability
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Shopping
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Safety
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

What our students said about San Jose

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Prices are the same or a little higher than in Japan. However, there are very few Japanese people in Costa Rica, so if you want to go to a place where you only speak Spanish in class and English when talking with friends, I recommend you to go to Costa Rica. Also, I think the charm of Costa Rica is that you can enjoy both the mountains and the ocean and you can encounter a lot of animals.

Haruki
Japan
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Coronado itself is not that beautiful, not a place where I would like spend my holidays. But as I was there for the school and to study Spanish it was great! In Coronado you find everything and there is every 10 minutes a bus to San José.

Estelle
Luxembourg
5.0

Rating: 5/5

I lived in Coronado, about 35 minutes by bus to San José, where I was only twice. The city was too noisy for me and offers very few attractions. But I am also more of a nature lover.

Bärbel
Germany
5.0

Rating: 5/5

A little dangerous and not the best/beautiful to visit but the school and family are awesome!!

Amélie
Canada

What school directors said about San Jose

Located in the Central Valley of Costa Rica, you have many opportunities to explore both Pacific and Caribbean coasts, volcanoes and waterfalls nearby

San Jose is the Capital of Costa Rica, you will find a lot of things to do, for example: tours, shopping, cultural activities and more. It has a lot of hotels, restaurants, stores, museums, theathers, zoo, amusement park, Malls, universities, schools and more.

Most recent student reviews of language schools in San Jose

Academia Tica

Everything was great! People there, who were working there and organization and teachers were great!
If you really wanna be in an good immersion/learn latino culture and Spanish, go in a host family, they are awesome!

16 January 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 30 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
Academia Tica

Great teachers, good location for relaxation, friendly staff.

8 August 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 9 weeks
Student age: 39 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
Academia Tica

It is a very small and cozy school. For this reason, the teachers are very close to the students and you can learn in a homey environment. There are activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and I really enjoyed them every week!
Have a great time in Costa Rica with a group of teachers full of personality!!!

29 June 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 12 weeks
Student age: 26 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
Academia Tica

The school is very well organised and the teachers are very experienced. There are plenty of classrooms. The classes are actually put together according to level and the teacher changes every week. I liked that, because you always learn new teaching methods. I can't say anything about the accommodation at the school, as I stayed with a family.

14 February 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 68 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
Academia Tica

- Very good and kind teachers, - Fun activities, - Proper and clean school, - I felt really comfortable and welcomed, - If you need help or have question there is always someone you can talk to, - Great garden in front of the house, - Surrounded by a lot of nature.

7 December 2021
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 20 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
Academia Tica

The school team was very nice and open!

29 August 2018
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 23 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
AlexanderAcademia Tica
Academia Tica

The atmosphere, the teachers, the lessons were very adapted to the needs

4 January 2018
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 36 years

4.7

Rating: 4.7

| 10 reviews
CRLA - Costa Rican Language Academy

Good teachers, great organization, we felt looked after very well and set aside.
We were all totally uncomplicated and easy! At any time.

19 July 2010
Course: Spanish 6-4 - 1 week
Student age: 37 years

3.8

Rating: 3.8

| 5 reviews
CRLA - Costa Rican Language Academy

The staff were all very helpful.
I believe the school should not put students taking 3 hours of class in the same classroom as students with 5 hours of classes. I consistently felt behind because the rest of my class had an extra 2 hours of class everyday. I believe students should be put with other students taking the same amount of class time.

5 July 2010
Course: Spanish 3-4 - 4 weeks
Student age: 23 years

3.8

Rating: 3.8

| 5 reviews
CRLA - Costa Rican Language Academy

Facilities were great, teachers are very good and you can learn a lot in the time you are there if you study hard.

3 July 2010
Course: Spanish 6-5 - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

3.8

Rating: 3.8

| 5 reviews

Information about San Jose

Why San Jose? San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is Central America´s most cosmopolitan city and known as the core of Costa Rican life. A part from a vibrant night life, San José also hosts the Gold Museum, which offers a rare look at various gold artefacts of the ancient Latin American civilizations. If you are interested in exploring the land outside the city limits, you will find a stunning variety of landscapes, micro-climates, flora and fauna. The country is an ecotourism heaven, making it one of the best places to experience the tropics. Nature lovers will not be disappointed.

Key Facts about San Jose

Population:   336,000
Time zone: +4h. (GMT -6)
Region: San José,
Currency: CRC (1 CRC = 0.0019 USD)
Name of city in Spanish: San José
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Costa Rica on the official website - Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores y Culto de Costa Rica.
High season: May
Low season: June
Average course price per week (High season): 229 US$
Average course price per week (Low season): 279 US$
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Student price index excluding rent:81* (19% cheaper than New York)
  • Student price index including rent:81* (19% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:81* (19% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Costa Rica average): 2,106.47 CRC
    (24% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type A
  • Plug Type B
  • Residential voltage: 120 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz

Weather in San Jose

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Events in San Jose

Best time to take a language course in San Jose
September
Independence Day
Independence Day

15 September 2023On September 15th Costa Ricans celebrate the anniversary of their existence as an independent country. Events often have an official feel to them and include concerts, traditional dances and parades.

What to do in San Jose

National Theatre
National Theatre
Amon Quarter
Amon Quarter
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Arrival airport

Juan Santamaría International (SJO) - 15 km. from San Jose city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 10 minutes, 30 minutes.

Main stops: San Jose Airport, San Jose

Taxi: 18 minutes drive to city center of San Jose

Public transportation in San Jose

Q&A - Questions and answers about San Jose

  • In San Jose, Costa Rica, the average distance of the host families from the school is 20 minutes by public transportation.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022

FAQ about courses in San Jose

  • Academia Tica has received the best overall rating in San Jose.
  • Academia Tica, located in Quinta Toyopán, 400 este del Súper La Finca, San Rafael de Vázquez de Coronado has been voted as the school with the best location in San Jose.
  • Academia Tica was rated highest for quality of teaching.
  • 'Homestay' at Academia Tica is the best rated accommodation in San Jose.
  • The student price index in San Jose is 81.02. For details check the city's cost of living section.

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