New Summit Academy Costa Rica

Our location in Costa Rica is no accident. Costa Rica is an experiential learner’s paradise. Because of the country’s strong environmental and educational values as well as its unparalleled natural resources, opportunities for experiential learning are limitless. From lowland jungles to cool mountain cloud forest, Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity create the perfect backdrop for experiential education.
Our Aventura program sends students to national parks, wildlife reserves, indigenous communities and many other fascinating places that encourage personal growth and learning. Each year, students immerse in the rich culture of an international destination like Panama or Peru. Students also become Wilderness First Aid certified and SCUBA certified so they can safely continue these pursuits after New Summit Academy.
Our student-led clubs manage their own budgets and coordinate long weekends for surfing, scuba diving, cooking, film and more. Each week, our peer-elected student council meets with school directors to discuss community affairs, advocate on behalf of their classmates and plan for weekend recreation. Thanks to a variety of nearby options, students can join specialized fitness classes or form sports teams like basketball and soccer to compete in tournaments and games in the community and at nearby schools.
New Summit Academy students are artists, photographers, filmmakers, linguists, philosophers, athletes and musicians. Our creative students engage in Arts and Elective classes and clubs and, in doing so, make use of our acoustically-designed music studio, recording and mixing room, our documentary film editing suite, culinary arts facilities, athletics and fitness offerings, and other interest-oriented activities.