AIFS Abroad in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador: Summer

Location

Ecuador
- Galapagos

Term

J-Term, Short Term, Summer, Winter

Subject Areas

Animal Science Biology Conservation and Preservation Earth Sciences Ecology Environmental Studies Life Sciences Oceanography

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

High School Diploma Bachelors

Housing

Host Family

Language

English

Pricing

Price Details

AIFS Abroad is a premier provider of study abroad programs. Program fees cover tuition and housing. Coordinated AIFS Abroad Flight Packages with major airlines are also available.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Classes Some Meals Transportation Travel Insurance Wifi

What's Included (Extra)

Round trip flights and airport transfers included for students on the optional AIFS Flight Package.

Last Updated: Feb 21, 2024

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About Program

Spend January or summer in the stunning and pristine Galápagos Islands with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn 3 credits taking “Ecosystems and Biodiversity in the Galápagos” through Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFG). Courses are taught in English.

Live in a homestay with a local family, where daily breakfast and dinner will be provided. Hotel accommodation is provided for the Quito and Island-hopping section of the program.

You’ll enjoy cultural activities including:

• Guided tours and museum visits in Quito
• Trip to Frigate Bird Hill
• Visit to El Junco Lake
• Visit to La Galapaguera – home to the famous giant tortoises
• Trip to La Lobería Beach to see sea lions
• Visit to Kicker Rock
• 2-day excursion to Santa Cruz Island.

This program is currently not being promoted on Go Overseas by its provider. Check with AIFS Abroad for the most up-to-date information regarding the status of this program.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

BIPOC Support

At AIFS Abroad, we support all participants in their study or internship abroad journey — no matter their gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone’s identity is shaped by many different factors, and for some, faith, spirituality, and religion play an important role in choosing where to go.

We encourage you to think about what matters most to you as you explore your program options.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

At AIFS Abroad, we’re here to support you throughout your study or intern abroad experience. We encourage you to connect with the culture around you—both where you’re from and where you’re going.

Each person brings their own background and perspective, and that matters when choosing a program and a destination. Taking time to reflect on your identity and learning about the experiences of others is a meaningful part of going abroad.

Everyone’s journey is different, and where you go can shape how included and comfortable you feel. As you explore your options, we hope the information below helps you find the program and location that feel right for you.

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Accessibility Support

Everyone’s experience abroad is different. The study abroad or international internship program location you choose can affect how connected and supported you feel. As you review your options, we encourage you to use the information linked below to help find a program and place that’s the right fit for you.

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Impact 🌎

Sustainability

In response to the overwhelming global climate crisis, AIFS Abroad is pleased to make sustainability a key priority when considering organizational, operational, and programming decisions. We understand that the only way to effectively combat this crisis and mitigate the effects of climate change is to drastically reduce our environmental impact. Therefore, AIFS Abroad has committed to reaching carbon neutrality. AIFS Abroad is proud to announce we have signed the CANIE Accord, becoming the first US provider to make this commitment.

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Program Highlights

Earn 3 credits and transcript issued by the Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Quito, Ecuador (2 nights at the start of the program and 2 nights at the end) Santa Cruz island, Galápagos (2 nights)
Visit to Darwin Research Center
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
On-Site Program Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program

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About AIFS Abroad

AIFS Abroad is a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since 1964, more than 1.8 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS. Comprehensive program fees make it convenient for students to study abroad and intern abroad to experience all that the world has to offer. With over 60 years of experience, AIFS Abroad has the resources and...