InterExchange Application

In which program would you like to enroll?*

Volunteer Abroad
University Abroad
International Internship
Spanish Immersion
TEFL Certification
Adventure & Culture
Gap Year
Spanish Camp

Choose your Volunteer Abroad Program

Where would you like to volunteer?*

Volunteer Projects in Costa Rica*

Volunteer Projects in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica*

Animal Care
Healthcare (non-medical)
Teaching English
Working with Kids

Volunteer Projects in Guatemala*

Volunteer Projects in Peru*

In order to join our medical volunteer programs we require you to be at least in pre-med studies. If you still haven't started your medical degree you may choose our healthcare option. Placement in medical and healthcare projects requires notarized documentation of your medical school, nursing school, or other medical credentials.

Placement in medical and healthcare projects requires documentation of your medical school, nursing school, or other medical credentials.

Our Holiday Program is a special volunteer program only available during the holiday season. Please visit this link for additional information.

How many weeks would you like to volunteer?*

When would you like to start your program?*

Please note that all volunteer programs begin on Monday and end on Friday.

Are you interested in earning University Credit?

Yes
No

University courses available for volunteers*

SPA 203SL Service Learning

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Spanish Classes
Mini Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Spanish Classes
Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Choose your Spanish Immersion Program

Where would you like to study Spanish?*

Choose your Online Spanish Class*

Small Group
Private

When Would You Like to Start*

Please note that all online Spanish courses begin on Monday.

What type of Spanish classes do you prefer?*

Small Group
Private
Private + Small Group (Super Intensive)

Preferred Hours*

How many hours of classes do you want per day?*

2 Hour Group
4 Hour Group

How many hours of classes do you want per day?*

1 Hour Private
2 Hour Private
3 Hour Private
4 Hour Private
5 Hour Private
6 Hour Private

How many hours of classes do you want per day?*

2 Hour Group + 1 Hour Private
2 Hour Group + 2 Hour Private
4 Hour Group + 1 Hour Private
4 Hour Group + 2 Hour Private

How many weeks would you like to study Spanish?*

When would you like to start your program?*

Are you interested in earning University Credit?*

Yes
No

Choose our Spanish University Courses*

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Volunteer Abroad
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Volunteer Abroad
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Choose your TEFL Certification Program

Where would you like to get TEFL certified?*

Which TEFL program are you registering for?*

4 Week Onsite
Hybrid

(Online + 2 Weeks Onsite)

When would you like to get TEFL certified?*

When would you like to begin your Online Certification?*

Would you like to add an additional certification?

Teaching Business English
Teaching Exam Preparation
Teaching Online
Teaching Young Learners

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Spanish Classes
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Spanish Classes
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Choose your International Internship Program

Where would you like to Intern?*

Choose your preferred International Internship*

Education
Hospitality & Tourism
Micro-Business
Customized

What type of Internship are you looking for?*

Are you interested in earning University Credit?*

Yes
No

University courses available for interns*

UNIV 495 Internship

How many weeks would you like Intern Abroad?*

When would you like to start your Internship?*

Please tell us about your education and work experience:*

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Choose Your Adventure & Culture Program

Where would you like to join our Adventure & Culture programs?*

Select your Adventure & Culture program*

Mini Adventure
Volunteer Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Certification

Select your Adventure & Culture program*

Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Volunteer Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Certification

In which volunteer programs would you like to participate in Cusco?*

Animal Care
Construction
Eco-Agriculture
Healthcare (non-medical)
Indigenous Communities
Medical
Special Needs
Teaching English
Working with Kids

In which volunteer programs would you like to participate in Antigua?*

Animal Care
Construction
Eco-Agriculture
Healthcare (non-medical)
Indigenous Communities
Medical
Special Needs
Teaching English
Working with Kids

In which volunteer programs would you like to participate in San Jose?*

Construction
Eco-Agriculture
Healthcare (non-medical)
Medical
Special Needs
Teaching English
Working with Kids

In which volunteer programs would you like to participate in Manuel Antonio?*

Healthcare (non-medical)
Teaching English
Working with Kids

Placement in medical and healthcare projects requires documentation of your medical school, nursing school, or other medical credentials.

In order to join our medical volunteer programs we require you to be at least in pre-med studies. If you still haven't started your medical degree you may choose our healthcare option. Placement in medical and healthcare projects requires documentation of your medical school, nursing school, or other medical credentials.

When would you like to start your program?*

University Abroad

Where would you like to Study?*

Choose your programs*

Language Courses
Content Courses
International Internship
Service Learning

Choose our Language Courses*

Content Courses:*

BUS 301 Entrepreneurship in Latin America
BUS 305 Marketing in Latin America
GPH 301 Public Health in Latin America
SOC 301 Social Justice and Social Responsibility
SUS 301 Sustainability

Choose an Internship:*

Education
Hospitality & Tourism
Human Rights
Medical
Micro-Business
Special Education
Veterinary
Customized

Internship Course*

UNIV 495 Internship

What type of internship are you looking for?*

Pick your Service Learning Program in Antigua:*

Pick your Service Learning Program in Cusco:*

Pick your Service Learning Program in Peru:*

Pick your Service Learning Program in San Jose:*

Animal Care
Conservation
Construction
Eco-Agriculture
Healthcare (non-medical)
Medical
Special Needs
Teaching English
Working with Kids

Pick your Service Learning Program in Manuel Antonio:*

Animal Care
Healthcare (non-medical)
Teaching English
Working with Kids

Service Learning Course:*

SPA 203SL Service Learning

In what term would you like to study?*

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Would you like to add any of the following programs?

Mini Adventure
Beach & Jungle Adventure
Surf School
Scuba Diving Certification

Choose Your Gap Year

Where would you like to do your GAP Year?*

Antigua, Guatemala
Cusco, Peru
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
San Jose, Costa Rica
All Countries

Gap Year in Costa Rica

Our gap year in Costa Rica is a 24-week program. Your program begins in the capital city of San Jose, and then you move on to Manuel Antonio Beach—the best beach and National Park in Costa Rica!
This program includes:
– 12 weeks of Spanish language classes
– 8 weeks volunteer—Working with Kids
– 8 weeks volunteer—Teaching English
– 4 weeks volunteer—Sea Turtle Conservation
– 1 week Surf School
– 1 week Scuba certification
– 2-week break with housing

Gap Year in Peru

The gap year in Peru is a 24-week program. Your program is based in the ancient city of Cusco, Peru. Cusco is the traveler’s meca of South America and it’s the perfect launching point for travel and adventure.
This program includes:
– 12 weeks of Spanish language classes
– 8 weeks volunteer—Working with Kids
– 4 weeks volunteer—Teaching English
– 4 weeks volunteer—Jungle Conservation
– 2 weeks Andean Immersion Program
– 4 weeks TEFL Certification
– 2-week break with housing

Gap Year in Guatemala

The gap year in Guatemala is a 24-week program. Your program begins in the historic pueblo of Antigua, Guatemala, and then brings you to El Salvador and back again to Guatemala.
This program includes:
– 12 weeks of Spanish language classes
– 8 weeks volunteer—Working with Kids
– 4 weeks volunteer—Sea Turtle Conservation
– 4 weeks volunteer—Teaching English
– 4 weeks volunteer—Animal Care
– 1 week Surf School
– 1 week Scuba certification
– 2-week break with housing

Be a Country Jumper

Maximo Nivel’s Country Jumper program takes you from Costa Rica to Guatemala to Peru. This 24-week program is made up of 8 weeks in each of the 3 countries.
This program includes:

Costa Rica
– 8 weeks of Spanish language classes
– 4 weeks volunteer—Working with Kids
– 1 week Surf School

Guatemala
– 8 weeks Spanish language classes
– 4 weeks volunteer—Working with Kids
– 4 weeks volunteer—Eco-Agriculture

Peru
– 4 weeks Spanish language classes
– 4 weeks volunteer–Construction
– 4 weeks volunteer—Jungle Conservation

When would you like to start your program?*

Would you like to create your own customized GAP Year?

Yes
No

Please provide as much information as possible about your goals during your custom GAP Year and our program advisors will contact you.

Please tell us all you would like to achieve during your GAP Year*

For how many weeks would you like to travel?*

Choose Your Spanish Camp Program

Choose your Dates*

You can select multiple dates

Select All
02-July to 10-July in Manuel Antonio
10-July to 17–July in San Jose
16-July to 24-July in Manuel Antonio

Our Teen Summer Spanish Camp in Costa Rica provides a unique combination of education, community service, sports, and tourism. This unique experience helps students develop a better sense of the world and grow into global citizens. You will remember your Spanish Camp experience forever!

Spanish Camp Includes:

− Chaperones 24/7; 8:1 student-chaperone ratio
− Airport pick-up and drop-off
− Program and safety orientation
− Host family accommodations
− Breakfast, lunch, dinner, 7 days/week
− All tours and social activities
− Private transportation to/from all activities
− Official certificates for Spanish and volunteering
− Souvenir Spanish Camp T-shirt
− Small group Spanish classes, 15 hours/week
− Free Spanish books and materials
− Free WiFi and computer lounge

Do you have any special requirements or needs?

Will you be joining your teen during his/her Spanish Camp?*

Yes
No

In which program for accompanying parents would you like to enroll?*

Please choose an option below and our program advisors will get in touch with you for additional information and available accommodation options.

Volunteer Abroad
Spanish Immersion
Adventure & Culture
Housing Only

Choose Your Preferred Accommodation

Teen Spanish Camp

Accommodations in our Teen Summer Spanish Camp are in host families specially selected. If you have any special requirements please describe them here.

For TEFL participants a private room in a family-stay is recommended as it is most conducive to the course intensity and program schedule.

Accommodations in San Jose, Costa Rica*

Host Family - Shared Room
Host Family - Private Room
Host Family - Matrimonial Room
Apartment
Hostel - Shared Room
Hostel - Private Room
Hotel - Private Room
Housing Not Required
Undecided

Accommodations in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica*

Accommodations in Antigua, Guatemala*

Accommodations in Cusco, Peru*

Accommodations during your Country Jumper GAP Year*

Family-stays include shared room and shared bathrooms. Private rooms and bathrooms are available as an upgrade. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. Families are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Private rooms and bathrooms are available in family-stay accommodations as an upgrade to your program. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. Families are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Matrimonial rooms include a queen or full size bed. This is a good option for couples traveling together. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. All accommodations are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Student Residences offer accommodations similar to a family-stay, but with a little more independence and privacy. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. Residences are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Private rooms and bathrooms are available in student residence accommodations as an upgrade to your program. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. Student residencies are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Matrimonial rooms include a queen or full size bed. This is a good option for couples traveling together. Breakfast and dinner is included 7 days/week. All accommodations are 10-20 minutes walking or 5-10 minutes by taxi/bus ride from Maximo Nivel.

Please note, private apartments are only available for a minimum stay of 4 weeks. Private apartments are fully furnished, include WiFi, and come with equipped kitchens. Apartments are centrally located and are within easy walking distance or a short taxi/bus ride to Maximo Nivel.

Hostels are a good way to save money while remaining independent. Hostels are the most basic accommodations available. They include WiFi, TV rooms, and breakfast. Hostel accommodations can be upgraded to private rooms with private bath. All hostels are 5-15 minutes walking from Maximo Nivel.

Hotels are 3-star accommodations and include private room with private bath, and breakfast. Hotels are within a 5-15 minute walk from Maximo Nivel.

WELCOME TO
YOUR APPLICATION

Choose your Volunteer Abroad Program

Choose your Spanish Immersion Program

Choose your TEFL Certification Program

Choose your International Internship Program

Choose Your Adventure & Culture Program

University Abroad

Choose Your Gap Year

Gap Year in Costa Rica

Gap Year in Peru

Gap Year in Guatemala

Be a Country Jumper

Choose Your Spanish Camp Program

Spanish Camp Includes:

Choose Your Preferred Accommodation

Personal Information

Destinations

Programs

WELCOME TOYOUR APPLICATION

Choose your Volunteer Abroad Program

Choose your Spanish Immersion Program

Choose your TEFL Certification Program

Choose your International Internship Program

Choose Your Adventure & Culture Program

University Abroad

Choose Your Gap Year

Gap Year in Costa Rica

Gap Year in Peru

Gap Year in Guatemala

Be a Country Jumper

Choose Your Spanish Camp Program

Spanish Camp Includes:

Choose Your Preferred Accommodation

Personal Information

Destinations

Programs

WELCOME TO
YOUR APPLICATION