If you are hoping to use the Spanish language in cross cultural ministry, The Spanish Language Institute is the ideal place to pursue your interests. Since 1942, The Spanish Language Institute has helped over 16,000 missionaries achieve the language skills needed to serve the Lord in the Spanish-speaking world. But the Institute is much more than a language school. It is the ideal place to help you and your family transition from your home country to your field of service, offering help with housing, a school for the children, recreational facilities, pastoral counseling and the opportunity to fellowship with other missionaries who are preparing for service in Latin America.

Our teachers are committed to helping you understand and speak the “language of heaven”, while our administrative staff will help you transition into a new cultural setting. And our tour guides are ready to show you around the beautiful country of Costa Rica, known for its complex ecosystems, conservation efforts, political neutrality and friendly people.

The Institute’s academic program is flexible enough to adjust to a wide range of proficiency levels, from beginning to advanced, as well as a variety of learning styles and preferences. In addition to the traditional classroom, we offer the FARO community language learning program, as well as individual tutoring.

The Institute is located in a suburb of the capital city of San José, right in the center of the country, less than 2 hours away from the Atlantic or Pacific coast. Everything from concert halls and shopping malls to typical restaurants and flea markets are only minutes away from our campus, which contains 14 buildings extending over an entire city block.

If you find that you have questions that are not answered on our website or if you would just like to make personal contact with us, please do not hesitate to call or write. We will be most happy to hear from you.