Quito Language and Liberal Arts Program
Ecuador
Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Dates: Late August to mid-December; early January to mid-May; and late August to mid-May
Description:
The Quito Language and Liberal Arts Program immerses advanced students of Spanish in the cultural and ecological diversity of the northern Andean country of Ecuador, through direct enrollment in university coursework and fascinating, all-inclusive excursions throughout the country. Students in this program are considered full-time undergraduates at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), a modern private university located in the valley town of Cumbayá, on the outskirts of Quito. Students have access to the full curriculum of USFQ. The program also features a guided excursion to the Galápagos Islands and an excursion to the Amazon rainforest, two trips to the famous Otavalo Indian market, a guided tour of the colonial architecture of Quito, and several other day trips. Boston University resident staff accompany students on all excursions. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn 15 to 18 Boston University credits.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- Anthropology
- Art/Fine Arts
- Biology (General)
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- Ecology
- Interdisciplinary
- Latin American Studies
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- Liberal Arts
- Social Work
- Spanish
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Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.
Cost Include Description:
Inquire for more info.
Experience Required: no
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