Nicaragua, officially the Republic of Nicaragua, is the largest country in the Central American isthmus, bordering Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. Spanish is Nicaragua's official language. Do not expect to find much English spoken outside of the larger and more expensive hotels.

A Bachelor of Arts degree is an educational prerequisite for certain careers in the arts and humanities as well as in social sciences, such as economics, politics, and psychology. Earning a BA may take three to four years, depending on student achievement.

Full time studies are studies that require a student to attend classes on a daily basis, usually for at least four hours a day. The main benefit of full time studies is that it allows students to complete their studies in a shorter period of time. This can be beneficial for those who are looking to graduate more quickly or enter the workforce sooner.