Spanish Study Abroad Programs in Ecuador

Intern or study abroad in 2026 with Adelante Abroad: One of the best ways to get internship experience, update your resume, meet new people, and travel to new countries. Intern abroad by choosing from a selection of placements across more than 30 professional sectors and 6 countries worldwide. This is the perfect opportunity for you to test drive a career field and gain real international work experience. Most internship programs are available all year round, so you can start any month you want. Check out our Spain, Uruguay, Mexico, Ecuador, and Chile pages for 2026 start dates. All of our Intern Abroad, Study Abroad, and Volunteer Abroad Programs are accepting applications now. Housing is included in the program price. Either stay with other international students or get the whole experience and live with a local. Fill out our free application online to get started planning your international internship today. *This listing is to let you know that all of our programs are available for 2026. For specific programs, see individual listings with over 450 reviews.

Designed for students interested in environmental studies in South America, IES Abroad Quito and Galapagos Islands Summer Environmental Studies Program combines coursework with field visits for the opportunity to explore the richness of Ecuador. Ecuadorian ecology is the center of a range of issues related to environmental management and conservation and will be a focus of discussion. Live and study in a country roughly the size of Colorado, but with four distinct ecoregions. Envision yourself at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) or the Galapagos Academic Institute for Arts and Sciences (GAIAS) studying environmental studies and Spanish.

You will live like a biologist as you explore the Amazon basin, the Andes, cloud forests, Pacific Ocean coastline, and the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador—unique climatic niches that harbor ecological treasures and a wealth of flora and fauna. Within these diverse and vulnerable settings, you will conduct fieldwork and live with homestay families in Quito and the rural cloud forest. Excursions include the Andean páramo, the Amazon, and a week in the Galápagos Islands. SIT's program in Ecuador offers the choice to do a minor in environmental science or conservation biology. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, meals, and health insurance. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

Learn Spanish in Latin America with Enforex and discover a country blessed with a vast array of natural wonders. Choose your destination and learn Spanish with Enforex in Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, or Bolivia. Our schools are located in the very center of the cities. That means you will be close to many conveniences and a lot of exciting things to see and do just outside the classroom. Buses and the metro system make it easy to travel anywhere in the city. We believe that students learn best when they are in charge of their own learning, which is why we tailor our Spanish courses to individual needs and are constantly upgrading our content. We develop action-oriented activities, place a strong emphasis on "real-life" situations, and constantly adjust projects and classes to fit each learner's needs and skill level. Our Spanish schools are specially designed and equipped with the facilities necessary for the best Spanish learning experience. Your progress is guaranteed through a carefully prepared curriculum and the expertise of our teaching team. You can also learn Spanish in Spain or online – in the comfort of your home or anywhere in the world!

This program is for students aspiring to become conservationists and environmental scientists. Spend your summer immersed in the Ecuador Study Abroad and Intern – Environmental Science and Conservation Track. It involves studying in Cuenca for eight weeks and an optional internship for 2 or 4 weeks. The placement is at a rescue and conservation center in the Amazon, and you can join before or after your studies. The host university is Universidad de Cuenca, where you can take one Spanish class based on your level and another course from these options: - Natural Heritage of Ecuador - World Agriculture and Food Problems - Structure and Functions of Plants, Forestry, and Society Be at the front lines of environment and wildlife conservation in this summer study program. Feel free to visit our website or send an inquiry for more details.

Live "the Spanish way" while learning the language at Don Quijote. Our unique and immersive learning environment helps students reach their full language potential, inside and outside the classroom. We provide a range of courses for all skill levels based on individual needs. We achieve this by taking a personalized and student-centered approach involving instructors and students in the learning process. All our teachers are native speakers who hold university degrees and years of proven experience. We also offer online classes for those who do not have the opportunity to visit our locations. In addition, all students who attend at least 85% of classes during their Spanish course will receive a Don Quijote certificate at the end of the program. Whatever course students choose to enroll in or which skill they need to hone, we guarantee success at Don Quijote. Pick an ideal course and start a unique Spanish learning journey!

Immerse yourself in Ecuadorian culture and the Spanish language! Looking for a unique and enriching experience in Ecuador? Our Spanish Immersion Program is designed for anyone—no prior language skills are required! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your Spanish, our personalized one-on-one instruction (20 hours weekly) will help you achieve your goals while fully immersing you in the local culture. What’s included? Private Spanish lessons with expert instructors Homestay with a welcoming Ecuadorian family (meals, laundry, and Wi-Fi) Exciting weekend excursions: City tour, Cajas National Park, Ingapirca Cultural activities: Latin dance, cooking, and pottery classes Welcome Kit: Notebook, pen, SIM card, and bus card Choose from flexible start dates with a minimum stay of 2 weeks. Program fees 2 weeks – $2,160 3 weeks – $3,185 4 weeks – $4,220 Extra week – $845 This program is available without a homestay (reduced rate). Send your application at least one week in advance! Experience, learn, and explore Ecuador like never before! Contact us today to reserve your spot!

The Tropical Conservation Semester offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Ecuador, where you will immerse yourself in Latin American culture and language, and explore some of the most pristine and wildlife-packed sites on the planet. You will experience the immense biodiversity of Ecuador from the Amazon Rainforest, to the Andes Mountains, to the Galápagos Islands. Ceiba has partnered with the University of Wisconsin to offer an unparalleled semester in applied tropical ecology, conservation, and rural community development. We join real-world conservation projects, and encourage you to blend the academic and applied realms, bridging the gap between classroom science and practical conservation. This one-of-a-kind semester is ideal for undergraduate students in biological and social fields who seek interdisciplinary training for careers in habitat protection, tropical ecology, environmental education, and international development.

The program is designed to provide students with a unique one-to-one interaction with Spanish native speakers in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest and the Andean Region of Ecuador. With the Sustainable Communities in Ecuador program, students will be living with families in each community we will be visiting, maximizing the amount of contact with the target language and culture. They will explore, learn, and document the work some indigenous groups have been doing since the new constitution was approved back in 2008.