4. CPI is a wonderful place to study Spanish. With a low student to teacher ratio, even the most shy student will find themselves improving in their language skills. The campus houses a library and many other relaxing places to study.

5. Outside of classes at CPI there are many other enjoyable things to do on campus like Cooking Class, Dance Class, Volleyball, Soccer and other recreational activities. On some days students get the treat of watching others dance in full costume.

6.  The families that students stay with are amazing.  Breakfast and Dinner are provided every day that the student is at the house.  Each family is unique and will help the students throughout their time in Costa Rica.

7.  With each unique family comes unique living situations.  Each student will have a room and a bathroom to use.  Some families have several generations in their house some only have one generation.

8.  Most of the families will prepare traditional meals for the students.  The traditional food generally consists of rice and some form of meat.  The food is something that you will not experience here in the States.

9.  While in Costa Rica many students get to spend time celebrating events such as: Soccer games, family parties and even birthdays with their Tican families giving them an authentic experience of the Costa Rican culture.

10.  Weekend excursions are offered by CPI  You travel with your group and a tour guide  Food, lodging, and most activities are inclusive with the original price

11.  A night of dinner and dancing  A day of sunshine at the national park  Weekend in Paradise!  A night of dinner and dancing  A day of sunshine at the national park  Weekend in Paradise!

12.  Hot Springs Resort  Exploring a 75 m waterfall  Zip lining excursion through the beautiful jungle tree tops.

13.  CPI also give students the chance to experience things that they could never do in the United States  Bungee jumping  Zip lining

14. Contact Dr. Vance @ 207 Wesleyan Hall 256-765-4501 cpvance@una.edu