UWC Costa Rica Alums
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Events for UWC Alums
Join us to learn about our New Campus plan, catch up with fellow (and new) alums, and be a part of the new vision of UWC Costa Rica.You don't want to miss out on these gatherings! Be sure to reserve your spot. For any questions, please email alumnicoordinator@uwccostarica.org.
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This Reunion highlights the Class of '14 & '15, and everyone is invited!
Join us for an exciting weekend and reconnect with peers at the last reunion on the Santa Ana campus! It’s not just any Reunion—it’s a moment to honor the journey of UWC Costa Rica as we transition to a new home. Let’s relive those unforgettable moments and create new ones!
Visiting Costa Rica? Come Say Hi!
Make sure to re-visit your second home! Our gates are open for alums to tour the campus and relive moments with staff and current students. For any questions, please email alumnicoordinator@uwccostarica.org.List of 5 items.
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Disclaimers
UWC Costa Rica reserves the right to refuse admission to campus to any alumni whose behavior—during or after UWC Costa Rica—causes a safety or safeguarding concern for our Management Team or whose visit threatens discomfort for any current students or educators on campus.
Due to our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy, all campus visitors must be accompanied by an educator at all times during their visit. Surprise visits or those coordinated on short notice will depend on staff availability. Campus visits typically last 1 to 1.5 hours.
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Discounted Rates at Santa Ana
Local and international hotels around campus have provided special rates for all Alums! Contact eventos@uwccostarica.org in case you have any questions.Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana
Single or Double Room
Rate: $119 + taxes (13%). Includes Internet and Breakfast.
To access the discounted rate, contact yviquez@roccacr.com and mention the referral by UWC Costa Rica.
Contact: yviquez@roccacr.com | Tel: +506 8382-7820Holiday Inn Express Escazú
Single or Double Room
Rate: $99 + taxes (13%). Includes Internet and Breakfast.
To access the discounted rate, contact yviquez@roccacr.com and mention the referral by UWC Costa Rica.
Contact: yviquez@roccacr.com | Tel: +506 8382-7820Hotel Don Ernesto
Single or Double Room
Rate: Starting at $90. Includes Breakfast.
To access the discounted rate, contact reservas@hoteldonernesto.com and mention the referral by UWC Costa Rica.
Contact: reservas@hoteldonernesto.comHotel Villa Los Candiles
Standard Room (1-2 Guests)
Rate: $95 + Taxes (13%). Includes Breakfast.
Jr. Suite (1-2 Guests)
Rate: $105 + Taxes (13%). Includes Breakfast.
Superior Room (2 queen beds)
Rate: $110 + Taxes (13%). Includes Breakfast.
To access the discounted rate, contact frontdesk@hotelvillaloscandiles.com or WhatsApp at +506 6326 9080 and mention the referral by UWC Costa Rica.
Contact: frontdesk@hotelvillaloscandiles.comThe Alta Hotel
Deluxe Garden View (1 or 2 guests)
Rate: $160 + Taxes (13%). Includes Breakfast.
Deluxe Valley View (1 or 2 guests)
Rate: $175 + Taxes (13%). Includes Breakfast.
Additional guests for each room: $30 + Taxes (13%) each.
To access the discounted rate, contact msolano@thealtahotel.com and mention the referral by UWC Costa Rica.
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Host an AlumNights Session!
AlumNights is a student-led initiative that invites alums from the UWC Global Alum Network to connect and share peer-to-peer knowledge, experiences, and stories in an engaging setting.
These sessions are about meaningful conversations, building connections, and inspiring each other. If you are visiting our campus, don't miss the opportunity to work on your #UWCPledge by hosting a session!
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Important Information & Dates
- All visits must be coordinated at least two weeks in advance, with prior notice if any family or friends will join the visit.
- UWC Costa Rica is not able to accommodate overnight campus visits.
- Alums will be restricted to only one 1-hour campus visit, pending staff and the College calendar availability, at the following times of the year to protect our students’ study and community-building time:
- Orientation — 3 weeks in August.
- Semesters 1 and 3 exams — 2 weeks in November.
- IB Exams— April 27 to May 21.
- Graduation Celebrations — May 21 and May 22.
- Student departure days — May 22 to May 23 (no visits will be approved on these days).
- Suppose you have planned your visit during one of these times. In that case, we encourage you to take advantage of the gastronomic and entertainment opportunities in Santa Ana to reconnect with educators and students off-campus.
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Visit our New Campus in San Isidro
Due to the construction of the new infrastructure, we cannot schedule special visits to our San Isidro property. We advise you to keep an eye on the Alum Events section for special visits to the San Isidro campus.
Stay connected with the community!
Make sure to re-visit your second home! Our gates are open for alums to tour the campus and relive moments with staff and current students. For any questions, please email alumnicoordinator@uwccostarica.org.
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+506 2282 5609 | info@uwccostarica.org
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