If you’re interested in improving your Spanish language skills, this program offers you the opportunity to rapidly strengthen your Spanish through a rigorous language course taught by IES Abroad. You select the remainder of your courses from options available at IES Abroad and Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ).
Quito, Ecuador
Area Studies & Language
At a Glance
Housing:
Homestay
Credits:
16 to 19 per Semester
Language of Instruction:
Spanish
Language Prerequisites:
4 semesters of college-level Spanish; enrollment in a Spanish course in the last year
Visa Required:
Maybe
About the Program
Fall 2024
Program Dates:
Early August - Early December
Application Deadline:
Program Advisor
Sarah Fang
Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!
About the Destination
Why Quito?
With a population of nearly 3 million people, Quito is a vibrant and modern city that is famous for its beautiful colonial Spanish architecture. It is also the capital of Ecuador—one of the most biologically varied countries in the world. Come to Quito and immerse yourself in the local language and culture as you focus your studies on Ecuador’s ecological and ethnic diversity and the challenges of development.
Housing
Homestay
You have a private, furnished room in the home of a family or a señora in Quito. Homestay hosts provide two meals daily. You will be provided all of your bed linens and towels, and laundry is provided too.