Participation Fee

As an NGO and Non Profit Organization, INEX aimes at promoting international education and does NOT work in a profit-oriented way. INEX operates on a tight budget and is therefore able to offer the lowest possible rates to cover the cost incurred. Please see below what is included in your program package.

The participation fees for nominated students are:

ISU Costa Rica 07. 2009 (July 2009 program):
European students: Euro 1.900,--
(slight price variance may occur due to the USD-EUR exchange rate, current amount will be communicated with nomination)

Specifically, the following services are included in the program fee:

•  University enrolment fee and participation in all classes and projects (60 hours of business courses, 30 hours of Spanish language training, 2 hours of intercultural training)

•  Use of university infrastructure (internet computers, library, recreation area, etc)

•  All course materials during the program in Costa Rica (including course ledger and preparatory readings and Cervantes Certified Spanish course books)

•  All organized social activities (three dancing lessons, cultural activities, fee participation in ULACIT's "Sello Verde" activities,

• 1-2 Course supportive field trips plus a visit to a local Banana Plantation

•  Excursions and Recreational activities in Costa Rica as indicated (please find the schedule in the download area or view the social program section for further details)

•  Home stay with chosen host families

•  Hotels and hostels during travels and weekend trips

•  Two meals per day provided by the student's host family on course days

•  Airport transfers in Costa Rica by the host family

•  Full support from a student advisor, the local program manager and guides, available 24 hours a day

Additonal and personal expenses, insurance and flight to Costa Rica are not included.
If you arrive early or stay longer, you may stay at your host family’s house for an extra charge. If you wish to stay individually, we will gladly support you in finding hotel accommodation or activities in the area. In this case please indicate your hotel to us and we will arrange for your host family pick up from there.

The participation fee shall be paid within one week after nomination. The payment details will be transmitted in the nomination email.

The INEX Withdrawal or Deferral Refund Policy applies from the moment of application. This means that you can withdraw from your application without cost until the moment of nomination. From the moment of nomination up to two weeks before program start a cancellation fee of 20% of the participation fee is due, no refunds can be given for canellations less than two weeks before program start.