Please note that the course selections are made on a first-come-first-serve basis!

*) Small changes possible

eCampus

In addition to the courses mentioned above, you have the chance to attend additional distance learning courses in the fields of Economics, Marketing, Sociology, and Politics. All the courses are taught from a distance and can be joined independently from place and time. This gives you the ultimate flexibility to combine your study abroad experience with various academic courses.

All information about the eCampus can be found here.

You have the chance to opt for distance learning courses during your application process. Please note that each distance learning course is worth 5 ECTS and comes at an additional charge of 199€ / 297USD.

After completing your eCampus courses, you will receive an academic transcript issued by Undiknas University. Additionally, you will receive a participation certificate for each completed distance learning course.

Students may enrol in up to five courses during Spring and Fall semesters. Standard courses comprise 45 contact hours, equivalent to 3 U.S. credits / 6 ECTS. Selected 60-hour courses carry 4 U.S. credits / 8 ECTS. The maximum credit load is 30 ECTS per semester. Read more about credit conversion here.

Part of our DNA is to keep excellent relationships with all our partners. Due to this special relationship with the Latin American University of Science and Technology, you save approximately compared to applying without us. On top of that, you are saving lots of your efforts and time and have the most secure way to get your study place confirmed.

Tuition fee: Starting from 3,480 USD / Semester
Application fee: .
See what’s included in the fees.

Many of our students apply for national student funding such as PROMOS, BAföG, or CSN.

Are you from North/South America & Oceania? Find out more about the fees.

Benefits when applying via Asia Exchange

• Confirmation even in one day
• Orientation days
• No English proficiency test required
• Save more than a compared to regular tuition fees
• additional discount when you apply for two semesters.

• You are a university student or have recently finished high school
• You can follow teaching and converse in English (no official language test required)
• If you wish to take Spanish-taught courses, a minimum B1 Spanish language certificate is required

See the additional requirements.

• A scanned copy of the identification page of your passport. Please note that the passport must be valid 6 months after the semester ends.
• An official transcript of records, or if you are not currently enrolled at an institution of higher education, a copy of your high school diploma. This should preferably be submitted in English, but we also accept these documents in German, French, and Spanish.

Apply to Costa Rica study abroad program at ULACIT

DOCUMENTS
Get the required documents (see list below)

• When you apply for two semesters: 100 EUR discount on the second semester
• Get access to comprehensive information materials such as a Beyond Abroad Guide and an interactive orientation webinar after you apply

INSTRUCTIONS

• Scan all the required documents (1–2) to your computer.
• Finally, fill out the online application form below and submit it with all the documents.

Uploading and submitting the attachments

• Please upload the attachments in PDF format.
• If possible, please submit all the attachments together with the application. If you’re missing some attachment(s) when you apply, you can later send the missing document(s).  However, please note that we won’t process applications without any attachments whatsoever.
• All attachments must be sent to us by the application deadline at the very latest, preferably as soon as possible.
• You can submit all the documents electronically. Please don’t send anything via regular mail.
• There is a late application fee for applications or attachments submitted after the application deadline.

The Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT) is a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial university committed to preparing students for leadership roles in science, technology, and other vital fields. Through its globally oriented approach, ULACIT equips students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in the 21st century.

The university places strong emphasis on positive social coexistence, inclusive values, and cross-cultural understanding. Students are encouraged to build international networks while respecting and celebrating cultural, political, religious, ethnic, gender, and ideological diversity.

Campus and facilities

International students at ULACIT have full access to the university’s state-of-the-art campus, including:

• Fully equipped computer labs and multimedia classrooms

• A modern library, printing and copy center, and quiet study areas

• Comfortable student lounges, a cafeteria, and a student health center

• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout campus

Location

ULACIT’s main campus is located in central San José, the vibrant capital of Costa Rica. It sits just 800 meters north of Central Park and 150 meters south of the La República newspaper offices, in the Tournón neighborhood. The university is situated in San José’s banking district, only 20 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

Additionally, the Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer is located in Escazú, at Plaza Tempo, a modern commercial and innovation hub just outside the city center.

See the university video here:

Costa Rica is not a backdrop — it is part of the experience. San José itself is a lively, affordable capital with a warm climate year-round, a vibrant food scene, and a strong international student community. Outside the city, the country delivers experiences that are genuinely difficult to match: active volcanoes you can hike, cloud forests filled with extraordinary wildlife, Pacific and Caribbean beaches within a few hours’ drive, and national parks that protect some of the richest biodiversity on Earth. With 25% of Costa Rica’s territory protected as national parks and reserves, every weekend is an adventure. And the Pura Vida spirit that Costa Ricans live by has a way of quietly changing how you see the world.

Unfortunately, traveling by plane to study abroad increases the carbon footprint of each student. Over the past years, it has become more apparent than ever: we face a climate crisis and air transport is responsible for up to 10% of humankind’s contribution to global warming. But should students stop pursuing their dreams of studying abroad and sacrifice their future goals? We don’t think so!

We see it as our responsibility to preserve our environment, live a sustainable life, and minimize the carbon footprint of each of our students. Consequently, Asia Exchange has chosen to work with Atmosfair, a non-profit organization that actively contributes to CO₂ mitigation and offers Co2 offsetting. You can now easily donate a free amount of money to Atmosfair’s projects dedicated to offsetting Co2 emissions. During the application process for your study abroad program, you have the opportunity to donate and mitigate your flight emissions.

Simultaneously, Asia Exchange will support your efforts to reduce their carbon footprint when studying abroad by doubling your donations and contributing equally. Let’s make this world a better place!

Click here to find out more about offsetting your flight emissions

For all destinations, you can choose our Global Essentials Package. 

It includes: 

• eSIM  
• insurance  
• airport pickup  

A straightforward option if you want support when you arrive, without overplanning. 

Explore our packages