- Palo Verde – Take a boat tour down the Tempisque River and hike to a scenic overlook.
- Monteverde – Participate in a guided hike through the breathtaking Monteverde Cloud Forest.
- Life Monteverde Coffee Sustainable Farm – Learn about sustainable coffee production and experience a working coffee farm.
- Monteverde Continental Divide – Visit this remarkable geographic location and take in the surrounding landscape.
- And more exciting cultural and educational experiences throughout the trip!
Experience Costa Rica with PennWest! 
Join Dr. Sarah Bashore for an exciting faculty-led study abroad program in Costa Rica from approximately May 14–28, 2027. This program is open to all PennWest students, regardless of major!
Explore Costa Rica
During this immersive experience, students will have the opportunity to explore Costa Rica's incredible natural environments,including:
Optional Course
Students may choose to enroll in the optional affiliated course:
BIOL 4480 – Topics in Field Biology
This course provides an opportunity to connect the Costa Rica experience with academic learning in the field.
Program Details
Faculty Leader: Dr. Sarah Bashore
Location: Costa Rica
Approximate Program Dates: May 14–28, 2027
Eligibility: Open to all PennWest students
Enrollment Deadline: March 1, 2027
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn beyond the classroom, experience Costa Rica's unique ecosystems, and create lasting memories while studying abroad with fellow PennWest students.
Interested in Going?
To register for the program or ask questions, please contact the PennWest International Education Office:
Email: internationaled@pennwest.edu
Phone: 724-938-5833
Don't miss the March 1, 2027 enrollment deadline! We hope you'll join us for this unforgettable PennWest study abroad experience in Costa Rica!
Hours and Locations
The International Education Office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (EST):
California
107 Noss Hall
Clarion
310-311 Becht Hall
Edinboro
263 Baron-Forness Library