Countries in the world where one can study and be immersed in Spanish are many; however, Costa Rica offers some unique advantages. Lauded for its long standing stable, democratic government with a large portion of its national budget dedicated to education and health care, the country boasts the highest literacy rate in Latin America with a quality educational system and universal health coverage.  These factors weigh favorably in elevating Costa Rica to the position of being one of the best countries for study abroad thanks to a safe ambience, a solid standard of living and inhabitants speaking a clear and uniform Spanish.