Description

Spend your spring break working with orphans, working with community development and earning Jacksonville University credit in International Studies or Geography. Participants have the opportunity to make a direct positive impact on the people of Ecuador. JU students can fulfill their community service requirement and make a difference in the lives of others while changing their own world perspectives. Based in Guayaquil, on the southwest coast of Ecuador, much of the country still remains wild and uncharted. It is home to the highest active volcano in the world, pristine Pacific beaches, and tropical rainforests as well as ancient Incan history now echoed through the lively Ecuadorian culture.

Highlights

* Explore the natural beauty of Ecuador
* Live, travel and volunteer with your peers
* Earn up to 3 credits from JU
* Visit ancient Inca Indian ruins
* Fulfill your community service hours
* Round-trip Airfare included!
* Spend spring break in Ecuador!

"It was an incredible, life-changing program. Working with the orphans was really rewarding. I will always cherish the memories from this trip!" - Katie Larson

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

All applicants should have a desire to help the people of Ecuador, flexibility, self-motivation, openness to a new culture and a willingness to learn. Students must be flexible living in conditions that differ from in the States (plumbing, water, electricity).

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Subject Areas

• Geography
• International Relations

Cost in US$:

$ 2,500 *cost may change at any time due to the currency exchange

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Food
• Excursions
• Language instruction
• Emergency evacuation services
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• International travel

Program Fees Include:

Inlcudes: Jacksonville University credit, housing, breakfast and lunch daily, travel insurance, airport pick-up/drop-off, excursions.

Not-Included: Textbooks, some meals, visa expenses, personal expenses

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Participants will stay at a hotel located in downtown Guayaquil. Students will be roomed together in basic rooms experiencing life as many Ecuadorian travelers do. Participants on this program must be flexible, understanding that many amenities such as air conditioning may not be available. Breakfast and lunch will be provided daily.

Age Range

16+ years old

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of different sizes

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 Months

International Education Programs's Mission Statement

International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded

2000