To support economic growth and talent demand, the Government of Costa Rica has prioritized:
- bilingualism
- the growth of semiconductor and Industry 4.0 firms
These areas offer strong opportunities for capacity building and technical training. At the same time, Costa Rican universities remain open to collaboration across other fields, with partnerships often extending to both students and faculty.
There are currently nearly 50 agreements between Canadian and Costa Rican education institutions. These focus on:
- research
- mobility for faculty and students
- shared classrooms
- Government of Canada scholarships such as the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP)
- study abroad programs