Monteverde, Costa Rica Internship Program
- Program Director: Andrea Seabrook
- For application and scholarship deadlines see our Application Instructions page.
The Monteverde News, the centerpiece of this program, is a lively, growing news outlet founded and run by award-winning journalist Andrea Seabrook in the Monteverde community. The newsroom serves a dual role in Monteverde as a hub of information on the region’s critical, international scientific research while maintaining firm roots in the local community.
The Monteverde News is the region’s first established news organization to provide consistent, high-quality journalism to a thriving, multi-cultural community. From municipal meetings and public works projects, to local characters and the dynamic tourism-based economy, The Monteverde News serves lively daily features and crucial breaking news to the area’s fascinating mosaic of people. Its information is for and about the local community.
The service also has a critical international role, serving as a gateway for news outlets abroad to access top quality journalism about the region’s groundbreaking scientific research.
A local phone number is REQUIRED for this program. Information about obtaining a local phone number for your program country will be covered in orientations.
The Monteverde News is the region’s first established news organization to provide consistent, high-quality journalism to a thriving, multi-cultural community. From municipal meetings and public works projects, to local characters and the dynamic tourism-based economy, The Monteverde News serves lively daily features and crucial breaking news to the area’s fascinating mosaic of people. Its information is for and about the local community.
The service also has a critical international role, serving as a gateway for news outlets abroad to access top quality journalism about the region’s groundbreaking scientific research.
A local phone number is REQUIRED for this program. Information about obtaining a local phone number for your program country will be covered in orientations.
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- Internship credit hours are graded as Pass/Fail
- Journalism seminar credit hours and culture class credit hours are graded A-F.
Summer (9 credits total)
- 6 hours of upper-level journalism specialty area credit associated with the internship and seminar course (JOURN 4940 and JOURN 4650). The seminar class will look at trends in Central American politics, media and communications and will be taught by the Costa Rica Program Director once a week on Friday mornings.
- 3 hours of upper-level non-journalism elective credit. This class on Costa Rican society, history, politics and culture is taught by our host institution
Spring/Fall (12 credits total)
- 9 hours of upper-level journalism specialty area credit associated with the internship and seminar course (JOURN 4940 and JOURN 4650). The seminar class will look at trends in Central American politics, media and communications and will be taught by the Costa Rica Program Director once a week on Friday mornings.
- 3 hours of upper-level non-journalism elective credit. This class on Costa Rican society, history, politics and culture is taught by our host institution
Undergraduate applicants with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who have completed either J4200 (Principles of Strategic Communication) or J4180 (Newsroom Content Creation). Applicants who will complete one of these courses in the semester/term preceding the term for which they are applying will be considered for conditional acceptance to the program.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than a summer semester completed on-campus at MU. However, a summer abroad includes new experiences, cultures, languages, and an opportunity to explore the world as an international student. It is highly recommended that students outline a budget that considers what they might spend during the program. Students on this program pay MU educational fees on all credit hours as though taking classes on campus. The cost of the trip includes international travel, ground transportation, lodging, mandatory insurance, and an MU Study Abroad fee, which is applied toward costs associated with orientation programs, administration, and staff assistance.
Fall/Spring Semester Program Costs
Total Program Costs: $5407.30
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,850
*Program fee includes housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (HTH): $300
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous Summer term and subject to change.
Total Program Costs: $5407.30
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,850
*Program fee includes housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (HTH): $300
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous Summer term and subject to change.
Summer Program Costs
Total Program Costs: $5257.30 (TBC)
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,850 (TBC)
*Program fee includes housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (HTH): $150
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous Summer term and subject to change.
Total Program Costs: $5257.30 (TBC)
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,850 (TBC)
*Program fee includes housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (HTH): $150
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $257.30
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous Summer term and subject to change.
Additional Costs
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 9 to 12 credit hours (depending on semester). For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates
Round-trip Airfare: $1,000 - $1,400
Meals (per week): $100 - $125
Transportation (total): $300 (semester), $200 (summer)
Local Phone Number and/or Phone: Prices vary
In addition to the program costs paid to MU, you will have expenses associated with international travel and living abroad. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by your host institution and past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided.
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. All fees are subject to change and without notice.
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 9 to 12 credit hours (depending on semester). For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates
Round-trip Airfare: $1,000 - $1,400
Meals (per week): $100 - $125
Transportation (total): $300 (semester), $200 (summer)
Local Phone Number and/or Phone: Prices vary
In addition to the program costs paid to MU, you will have expenses associated with international travel and living abroad. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by your host institution and past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided.
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. All fees are subject to change and without notice.
Student housing is provided through this program. All participants are required to live in program housing.
More information coming
Students should expect to room with one or more students during the course of the program in shared bedrooms. Single rooms are not guaranteed and may not be available if requested. Roommate requests are taken into account but not guaranteed when housing is decided.
More information coming
Students should expect to room with one or more students during the course of the program in shared bedrooms. Single rooms are not guaranteed and may not be available if requested. Roommate requests are taken into account but not guaranteed when housing is decided.
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Please visit with your Financial Aid Advisor at the MU Student Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) to explore your financial aid options: 573-882-7506.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
We have recently altered our application process and are fully paper-based. Information regarding our full process can be found on the "How to Apply" page, which can be accessed via the navigation window or by clicking the button below.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Drew Dumas and Daniella Ricciardi are full-time journalism study abroad student advisors. You can schedule an appointment through MU Connect. Please direct program specific inquiries to their email addresses:
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Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.