Study Abroad Program Overview
University Name:
Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Length:
2 months
Housing:
Homestay
Provider:
CCIS
Follows UIndy Calendar:
Yes
Credit Hours:
3-9
Eligibility Criteria
- Students must have completed at least one semester (minimum 12 semester credit hours) of college
- level coursework at the time of application
- 2.5 GPA or higher
- Students must be at least 18 years of age
About the Program
Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is considered one of the most beautiful regions in Latin America. Located in the Andean mountains at the foot of Mount Pichincha 9,200 feet above sea level. Quito has a spring-like climate all year. Beautifully preserved colonial churches, convents, palaces, and other buildings of note contrast with the contemporary architecture of modern Quito, a cosmopolitan city of great cultural diversity. Quito has been designated the Heritage of Mankind by the United Nations. From Quito, you can travel by frequent buses to Andean Indian markets, remote jungle towns and warm Pacific beaches. In fact, starting from Quito, you can get to most points in this tropical country in less than a day.
Focus Area
Architecture, Arts, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communications, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environmental-Studies, Film, Geography, Health-Sciences, International-Relations, Journalism, Languages-and-Culture, Literature, Physics, Political-Science, Psychology, Public-Health, SociologyCost Does Not Include
- Flights
- Meals
- Books
- Personal Expenses
- Optional Activities