Semester in Ecuador
Location
Ecuador: Quito
Description
Come experience this high-altitude haven for all things fun! Live 9,000 feet above sea level in the beautiful country of Ecuador. Experience markets, mountains, and culture in the city, with beaches, jungles, crater lakes, and the Galapagos all nearby. On Semester in Ecuador you will study at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, a top-notch university, and improve your Spanish with language and elective courses taught in Spanish.
You will experience:
* Excellent academics for student looking to study in Spanish - The University's broad range of courses mirrors Ecuador's inspiring ethnic and natural diversity, from the pristine beaches of the coast to the culturally rich Sierra region to the lush Amazonian jungle.
* Lush US-style campus - Universidad San Francisco de Quito's beautiful campus has all the luxuries typical of home: a world-class library, Wi-Fi access, classrooms, restaurants, and sports fields.
* Amazing sites in Ecuador - This geographically small country is packed with adventure activities and opportunities for cultural exploration, and it boasts beautiful scenery and amazing biodiversity -- the Galapagos Islands are nearby!
* Life with local and international students - The University is known for its regional diversity within Ecuador, so you can meet fellow classmates from the Ecuadorean mountains, coastal areas, and cities, as well as from Europe, Asia, and the United States.
* A fascinating, historic city - Quito's entire downtown, with its fascinating blend of old and new, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, so it's hard to go wrong when exploring.
Highlights
* Visit volcanoes, beaches, waterfalls, rain forest, mountain villages, market towns, and more!
* Centrally located for excursions to the Amazonian jungle, the Mindo Cloud-forest, the coast's surf scene, and the legendary Galapagos Islands
* Courses taught in Spanish and English
* International and local students
* Fantastic private university in Quito
* Live with a local family
* Strong on-site support from both the University and our site director
* Great, inexpensive Andean cuisine
* Thriving artisan markets throughout the city
* Community-service options and internships in the local and indigenous communities surrounding the campus
* Learn some fancy salsa moves in one of the many dance studios and then strut your stuff with impressive salseros on the dance floor
* Visit nearby ruins to learn about Quito's importance in the Incan empire