Study Abroad in Ecuador

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Capital: Quito
Say Hello: Hola
Language: Spanish
Independence Day:
August 10, 1809
Cities: Study in Quito

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Ecuador has an excellent educational community and has more Spanish study abroad programs than any other country in South America. Nestled in the north west corner of South America, Ecuador (Spanish for equator) rests on the middle of the earth and offers a geographically diverse environment. Students can choose from a wide variety of disciplines from Ecuador’s prestigious universities, as well as experience the countries specialties. The country is know for salsa (the dance, not the condiment), trekking into the rainforest, tasting the local guinea pig, and hiking the great volcanoes.

Most study abroad programs in Ecuador are based in Quito, located in the Andean Mountains at 9,200 ft. Quito is the perfect hub for taking field trips because most destinations across the beautiful country can be reached within a day. Ecuador has impressive infrastructure in its cities and even most even in the country most places are accessible by road. Many study programs organize a variety of trips, some to the colorful Andean markets and warm Pacific coastline. Students are exposed to the spirited community of Ecuador as well as the enriching experience of life abroad.

IES Abroad Study Programs and Reviews
Many people study abroad in South America, but Quito, Ecuador isn't the most popular choice. This makes studying abroad in Quito all the more attractive! Quito, an architectural gem and a UNESCO Heritage site, has a diverse population of 1.4 million... Learn More!
Syracuse University - Reviews and Study Abroad Programs
Choose SU Abroad this year to study abroad in both Cuenca, Ecuador and Santiago, Chile! Students with a solid grasp on the Spanish language (3 semesters or equivalent) are invited to explore South America in these two beautiful destinations. The... Learn More!
BCA Study Abroad Programs, Reviews, and Interviews
Study abroad next semester in Quito, Ecuador. Continue studying in your discipline with the wide selection of disciplines offered at the University of San Francisco de Quito (USFQ). Home-stays are highly encouraged, giving you a true sense of what... Learn More!
CSA Study Abroad Programs, Interviews and Reviews
Study in Ecuador at the Quito Language Institute with this Center for Study Abroad (CSA) program. Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels are all welcome, with courses starting on any Monday throughout the year. Quito is surrounded by the Andes... Learn More!
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EF Education First Reviews and Study Abroad Programs
Study in Ecuador in an Education First international language school. EF's modern language laboratory is located just outside the city center of Quito and makes for an ideal destination to immerse yourself in a Spanish speaking culture. When you... Learn More!
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Global LEAD invites students to come participate in an exciting study abroad experience in Quito, Ecuador! Students participate in two courses during the month long program: Leadership & the Arts and Sciences and Service Learning & the Arts... Learn More!
CIS Study Abroad Programs, Reviews, and Interviews
Universidad San Francisco de Quito invites you to study abroad in Ecuador with the Center for International Studies Abroad! A small country with an enormous amount of biodiversity, Ecuador is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and nature-... Learn More!
NRCSA Language Abroad Programs and Reviews
Looking to improve your Spanish language skills this year? Then why not come study abroad in the beautiful setting of Quito, Ecuador? The NRCSA offers a handful of program options to fit the needs of everyone. For those looking to concentrate solely... Learn More!
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Holbrook Travel invites you to come explore the ecosystems of Ecuador on this 12-day study abroad program. The program begins upon arrival to the airport in Quito where students will be picked up and brought to the Hotel Sheraton Quito, where they... Learn More!
Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI) Reviews and Study Abroad Programs
Study abroad with KEI at the Universidad de Espíritu Santo (UEES) in Ecuador. UEES is located in the city of Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city (pop: 2 million). Recently, Guayaquil has emerged from it's financial, commercial and manufacturing roots... Learn More!
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One of the major failings of the United States educational system is that students are not required to be bilingual. We should be introducing students to other languages in grade school, and make languages a priority. My intentions are to come back home and become a Spanish tutor to help pay off my study abroad student debt, and whenever I decide to have a family, my children will be bilingual as soon as they start speaking! ~ Kari Stausmire