Ecuador Study Abroad Semester - Fall and Spring

I have so many wonderful things to say about this program, I could never fit it all. The staff was so kind throughout the whole trip. They were intentional about getting to know us, checking in on how we were doing, and sharing hard conversations. The classes were hard, but I learned so much in just one semester. Instead of just doing college in another country, they were so intentional about truly immersing us in where we were at. We gained so much cultural experience and came to truly love Ecuador!

I loved Ecuador with Living and Learning. I learned so many unique things about myself as well as culture and business life in Ecuador! I was able to meet so many great people who were with Living and Learning, but also friends who were locals from my internship as well as my homestay! Some of my favorite moments were being able to travel to the Galapagos Islands, Baños, and as well as visit a school in the Amazon Rainforest. I would highly recommend applying to study abroad and live and learn in Quito, Ecuador.

Gang- if you are looking for a study abroad community that loves the Lord, challenges you in your faith and your view of the world, and teaches you how to love another culture, this is the place for you. Ecuador is a beautiful country of insane landscapes, good coffee, and beautiful people, and you will not want to miss it. I cannot say enough good things about this program and its care for students and the love I have for this country. Truly the highlight of my undergrad.
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This program really opened my eyes to so many new things, from the gorgeous landscapes (mountains, volcanoes, natural hot springs, the jungle) to being immersed in Ecuadorian culture. The people are so kind and welcoming and the Living & Learning staff do an incredible job of planning group activities and encouraging friendships among the student cohorts. The weather in Quito is also incredible (people call it "eternal spring") because of the higher altitude. I felt safe the entire time but there's always Ubers if you're worried about being in an unfamiliar place. All of my Uber drivers loved practicing their English with me while I practiced Spanish with them. Those were such unique and cool experiences! I'd highly recommend to anyone considering!

My time with Living and Learning International was probably one of the most incredible experiences of my life. I learned so much about myself and the world that we live in. I could never have imagined that I would get to experience something like this in my life, but I am so grateful I have. Living and Learning does a great job making the cohort feel like a little family, and we all did so much together to help strengthen our bonds. From the classes that were small enough that we each got the chance to voice our thoughts and really learn, to all of the excursions we went on together. I made some of my best friends from Living and Learning and had some of the most incredible experiences of my life.

This semester abroad was the most influential experience thus far in my college career. The people, culture, Christian community, language immersion, and internship are just few of ways that this program impacted me. Living and Learning creates a safe environment for students who want to grow spiritually, be immersed, and adventure in one of the most beautiful places on earth. I studied abroad in Quito, Ecuador and the staff here cared about me and my cohort by loving us, pouring into us, and spending time with us. Not every day living in a foreign country is filled with easy things, but this community supported me every step of the way. With the safety of this beautiful community, I was able to push myself to climb actual volcanoes and spend the four months working on my language acquisition in a homestay. Living and Learning also has students complete an internship opportunity where I was able to use my major in real world application. I am studying Spanish education and LLI made it possible for me to have my first class before I have even graduate college. This internship was the best part of my semester, and I will cherish this experience forever. Living and Learning has everything from community, to academics, to a new adventure around every corner.

My semester abroad with Living and Learning was such an incredible and unforgettable experience. This semester immersed me in the culture and language of Ecuador. The classes, professors, and staff members encouraged me to go deeper into my Spanish studies, press deeper into my relationships with peers and my host family, and grow a stronger relationship with the Lord. The community within the program was like nothing I had ever experienced before. I felt so loved and supported as I experienced a semester that was full of newness and challenges. Having a supportive community made my semester the unforgettable experience that it was. Being able to study in an immersive environment and go on crazy trips like to the Galapagos is so cool, but creating long-lasting friendships with your peers as well as staff members creates a unique and sustaining environment where you can flourish on your study abroad.

I was a student in Ecuador a few semesters ago and it was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had. The staff with L&LI is so supportive and some of the greatest people I have ever met. A great thing about this program is that there are so many trips built right into the schedule, and I was able to see so much of Ecuador and really feel immersed in all the culture and environments. The focus on Christian community is also just amazing. I really learned so much about my self and about the Lord through this program in ways that I never could have imagined.