Take your education to new heights in the heart of the Andes! Live and learn in Ecuador, a country of stunning contrasts, and study in Spanish with international and local students at a highly ranked private university.

Come live 9,000 feet above sea level in this high-altitude haven for all things fun: markets, mountains, culture in the city, beaches, jungles, crater lakes, and the Galapagos all nearby. On the Semester in Ecuador program you will study at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, and improve your Spanish through both language and elective courses taught in Spanish and English.

Amazing sites – This geographically small country is packed with adventure activities and opportunities for cultural exploration.  It boasts amazing biodiversity from the Amazonian jungle to nearby Galapagos Islands.

Excellent academics – The University’s broad range of courses mirrors Ecuador’s inspiring ethnic and natural diversity, from anthropology to cultural studies to volcanology.

Lush US-style campus – Universidad San Francisco de Quito’s beautiful campus has all the luxuries typical of home: a world- class library, wireless access, classrooms, restaurants, and sports fields.

• 4-day trip to Tiputini Biodiversity Station
• Courses taught in Spanish and English
• International and local students
• Fantastic private university in Quito
• Live with a local family
• Strong on-site support from both the University and our site director
• Great, inexpensive Andean cuisine
• Thriving artisan markets throughout the city

Did you Know?

Many of your classes in Ecuador will be taught in English, and you'll study alongside local Ecuadorian students!

• Homestay with a local family, w/ shared room and two meals per day

Courses include anthropology, cultural studies, Spanish, volcanology, culinary arts, and studio arts.

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load

4-5 courses (12-16 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English and Spanish

Spring 2011

Orientation: January 4
Classes End: May 15

Fall 2010

Orientation: August 21
Classes End: December 19

$12,990*

*Cost may change at any time due to current exchange rate.

• 4-day trip to Tiputini Biodiversity Station
• Tuition
• Housing and two meals per day
• Pre-departure and onsite orientation
• Airport pick-up
• Medical & accident insurance

• Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
• Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
• Send an official transcript from your home institution to the address below.

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211