Description

Ayusa Study Abroad students are generally placed in private high schools in a region where the school year runs from September to July. Occasionally, students are responsible for covering a low monthly additional fee to attend private schools. Students are usually required to wear uniforms. The school will determine each student's schedule based on a full review of a student's application and academic record. Typical subjects include: Spanish language and literature, science, history, mathematics, English, philosophy, computer science, physical education, and economics. All programs require one year of high school Spanish language study or the demonstrated equivalent, as classes will be conducted in Spanish. Exposure to Spanish in the classroom and in daily life will help increase your fluency in your foreign language. Students can also arrange for additional Spanish classes in the afternoons and on weekends for a nominal fee.

Highlights

Ayusa Study Abroad students stay with carefully selected host families throughout Ecuador. Adjustment to host family life and Ecuadorian culture will be assisted by a local representative. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in optional excursions around Ecuador which explore the various ecological wonders including rain forests and the Galapagos Islands. More detailed informa­tion about the optional excursions and pricing is provided once students are on program.

Type of Programs

• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion
• Student Tours

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

Academic Year: USD 9,850
Fall Semester: USD 6,950

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

AYUSA International's Mission Statement

AYUSA is a non-profit educational and cultural exchange organization with headquarters in San Francisco, California. Since 1980, AYUSA has provided opportunities for more than 37,000 students from the U.S. and around the world to live and study through our programs. AYUSA promotes global learning and leadership through high school exchange programs. We offer a unique, richly personal experience for students, volunteer families, host high schools and local communities. AYUSA reaches across interpersonal and international borders, celebrating worldwide community through the spirit, character and promise of our youth.

Year Founded

1980