Program Dates: December 9-18, 2025
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Get ready for a journey through Costa Rica where culture, service, and adventure collide! Students will gain hands-on experience in cultural competency and humility by participating in impactful medical campaigns. Dive into Costa Rican culture through interactive cooking classes and exclusive guided tours of vibrant San José. Explore the country’s rich biodiversity with a visit to a local rescue center for toucans and sloths. Then, unwind with a sun-soaked day at Manuel Antonio National Park, topped off with a scenic Ocean King Catamaran cruise along the Pacific coast.
Program Eligibility: Must be enrolled in the Physician Assistant program.
International Travel & Health Information
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
Suite 251
PHAS 6061: Senior Thesis (1 credit)
Program Leaders: Dr. Elizabeth Prince-Coleman, Dr. Melania Velasquez, Dr. Rachel Fink
Application Deposit: $200
Deposit Due: 9/04/2025
Program Fee: Approx. $3,950 (includes deposit)
Payment Due: 9/04/2025
Tuition & Fees: based on number of credit hours enrolled
Itinerary subject to change
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DecArrive in San José and transfer to your hotel to check in and settle in for the evening.
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DecStart the day with breakfast before heading to your first Medical Campaign site; later, enjoy a hands-on Costa Rican cooking class.
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DecSpend the morning at a new Medical Campaign site, then enjoy a free afternoon to relax or explore.
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DecContinue your outreach at another Medical Campaign site, then take a festive VIP bus tour of San José with dinner included.
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DecReturn to the field for another morning of service, followed by a free afternoon for shopping, exploring, or resting.
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DecAfter another Medical Campaign visit, enjoy the afternoon and evening at your leisure.
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DecVisit the Toucan & Sloth Rescue Ranch in the morning, then take a salsa dance class in the afternoon.
16
DecEnjoy a full-day tour to Doka Coffee Estate, Poás Volcano National Park, and La Paz Waterfall Gardens with breakfast and lunch included.
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DecExplore Manuel Antonio National Park, then cruise the Pacific on the Ocean King Catamaran with meals and snorkeling included.
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DecAfter breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your departure.