Costa Rica ofrece a los planes de estudios de enseñanza superior patrocinadas y, al mismo tiempo que los estudiantes de usar. El país cuenta con 20 universidades públicas y 44 privadas con las tres principales universidades públicas son la Universidad de Costa Rica, la Universidad Nacional y el Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica.

A certificate is proof of qualification of a certain set of skills. Students who obtain a certificate have completed educational requirements and tests. Through completion, they become ready to pursue a degree or diploma, or to head into the professional world in their field of expertise.