Puerto Rico Language Schools

Language schools can be independently run international or local organizations or divisions of foreign universities. They rarely offer college credit. They are a good alternative to university study if you desire a deeper focus on the language or a slightly less rigorous course load. These programs are also good for younger high school students who might not feel comfortable with older students in a university program. A listing of Spanish language programs can be found at www.studyspanish.com/schools/agencies_2.html. Some worthwhile programs include:

AmeriSpan, P.O. Box 58129, Philadelphia, USA (☎800-879-6640, outside of US 215-751-1100; www.amerispan.com). Offers language programs for all levels in San Juan for 1 week to 6 months. Price includes homestay with local family. Max. class size 6. Reserve at least 4 weeks in advance. Registration fee $100. 1 week $660, with meals $735; 4 weeks $2520/2820.
A2Z Languages, 5112 N. 40th St., Ste. 103, Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA (☎800-496-4596; www.a2zlanguages.com). Offers language programs for all levels in San Juan. Price includes homestay. Min. 1 week. Max. class size 6. 1 week $430, with 2 meals per day $500; 4 weeks $1580/1860. Private lessons available at an additional cost.
Instituto Interdisciplinario y Multicultural, Domingo Marrero Navarro Building, María Rivera Room, 3rd fl., College of General Studies. University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras (☎764-0000; http://generales.upr.clu.edu/INIM/inim_english.htm). Programs in Spanish language and culture. Some offer college credit. Tuition from $600-2200 for 3-week courses. Meals, dorm housing, and transportation included.
Instituto Internacional Euskalduna, C. Navarro 56, Hato Rey (☎281-8013). Spanish immersion classes for speakers of all levels. Classes 20hr. per week plus weekly excursions and cultural activities. Max. class size 6. Courses start at $300 per week. Homestays $150 per week, with meals $225.
LanguagesAbroad (In North America ☎800-219-9924, elsewhere 416-925-2112; www.languagesabroad.com). Spanish-language programs for students of all levels in San Juan. Classes 20hr. per week year-round. Max. class size 6. Courses start at $680 per week. Homestay included.
Pan American Language Institute, PMB 295, P.O. Box 7891, Guaynabo (☎793-4995, toll-free 866-793-4995; www.panamericanlanguage.com). Offers individual Spanish lessons on a flexible schedule. Housing not provided. 60 lessons from $1680.
Language Immersion Institute, SCB 106, State University of New York at New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561, USA (☎845-257-3500; www.newpaltz.edu/lii). 2-week summer language courses and some overseas courses in Spanish. Program fees are around $1000 for a 2-week course. Accommodations not included.
Spanish Abroad, Inc., 5112 N. 40th St., Ste. 203, Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA (US and Canada ☎888-722-7623, UK 800-028-7706, elsewhere 602-778-6791; www.spanishabroad.com). Spanish immersion programs at the Instituto Internacional Spanish Language School in San Juan. Class 20hr. per week plus outings. Max. class size 6. Courses start at $640 per week, with meals $710. Homestay included.