Universidad Latina de Costa Rica

About

Located in San Pedro, Costa Rica, the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica is a prominent private institution renowned for its strong professional programs in health sciences, business administration, engineering, and law. The university offers a vibrant campus experience with modern facilities and actively facilitates global mobility through its dedicated International Relations Office, which coordinates exchange semesters and international collaborations. While the primary language of instruction is Spanish, the institution welcomes a diverse cohort of global learners by providing comprehensive academic advising, cultural orientation, and Spanish language support for visiting students. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its strong emphasis on community engagement and practical, hands-on learning, integrating mandatory internships and social projects directly into its undergraduate curricula to prepare graduates for the global workforce.

Background

Latin University of Costa Rica (Spanish: Universidad Latina de Costa Rica), commonly called ULatina, is the largest private university in Costa Rica, with more than 16,000 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs in Business, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Social Sciences. It was founded in 1989. The university is accredited by the National Council of Higher Education (CONESUP).

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