Academics and Eligibility Requirements
This program allows you to study in Costa Rica while enrolled in a Citrus College course. The course is UC and CSU transferable.
Students from any college or university can participate in our study abroad programs as long as they meet the following eligibility requirements: a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and about 12 units of previous college level course work at an accredited college. First semester students may be accommodated if their campus coordinator approves a progress report. Students must be at least 18-years-old by the program start date.
If you are a student veteran, be sure to check in with the
Veteran Success Center or contact director Maria Buffo at (626) 852-6457.
Personal
Study abroad is a transformative, life-changing experience that will broaden students understanding of themselves and the world. There are numerous tangible benefits to study abroad alumni including: increased self-confidence, improved GPA, lower unemployment rates, and higher starting salaries.
Check out
UC Merced's What Statistics Show about Study Abroad Students page for more information.