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Developing Global Perspective in Costa Rica
(Outgoing Program)
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KU Study Abroad can do personalized financial aid and scholarship advising for students. Please visit 108 Lippincott Hall or call 785-864-3742 to set up an appointment. KU students who qualify for financial aid in the form of Stafford and/or other loans, Federal Grants, and KU or outside scholarships may apply the aid to the cost of a study abroad program.
KU Study Abroad supplemental scholarships are available to KU degree seeking students. Applications are available online. The scholarship application deadline is March 1 for Summer, March 15th for Fall and Academic Year programs and October 1 for Spring, Winter Break and Spring Break programs.
All applicants will be required to complete several documents for each study abroad application. Below is a list of documents that will need to be completed for an application.
Authorization to Release Student Information
Financial Aid Questionnaire
One Recommendation
Statement of Purpose
Student Conduct Verification
Unofficial Transcript or Advising Report
Verification of Minimum GPA Requirement
For more detailed information about the application process, please visit our Application Process page.
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Program Reviews:
Summer 2023 Participant
I think one of the key takeaways I got was an interconnectedness of cultures that goes much deeper than the superficial level; I saw connections within cultures that weren't previously established.
Summer 2022 Participant
Go in with an open mind because whatever you think you know about your destination, might not be entirely accurate. Suspend your preconceived notions and just take in the experience and be in the moment because you're getting to do something pretty cool.
Summer 2022 Participant
Be prepared for lots of rain. Bring panchos, an umbrella, extra socks and shoes. The temperature was mostly in the 70-80s so maybe bring a jacket for those chilly nights. You don’t need to know a lot of Spanish but people are grateful for your effort in learning. Most people we met on the trip spoke English so you can get by pretty well.