SUNY New Paltz - Study Abroad in Guayaquil

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Guayaquil

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Mid Sep-Mid Dec/Mid Jan-Mid Apr

Description: SUNY New Paltz Study Abroad program in Guayaquil, Ecuador is conducted by the Universidad Espiritu Santo, a fully accredited university that issues all transcripts. Students are expected to carry a full-time academic load (12-15 undergraduate credits per semester) and will be offered variety of courses to choose from toward their degree.

The Universidad Espiritu Santo is located in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Located on the Guayas River, this urban area is Ecuador's largest city, with a population of approximately 2,500,000 inhabitants. Noted for its hustle and bustle and friendliness of its people, Guayaquil is the hub of an active import-export industry and serves as the financial center of Ecuador. Within an hour's drive by car from Guayaquil, there are several important ecological areas - mangrove swampland, desert, tropical dry forest, cloud forest and pristine beaches.

Students in the Espiritu Santo International Studies Program will study intensive Spanish, history and geography of Latin America, Literature of Latin America, and social economic problems of development. They will have the opportunity to travel to Quito and the highlands, Cuenca, the Amazon and to various places around Guayaquil and the coastal region in connection with their studies. The program will last 16 weeks and students will participate in social projects and internships of interest. This direct experience is of great importance. Also, students will have the opportunity to meet and listen to leaders in Ecuador through conferences, lectures, etc.

Highlights: College credits: Students are required to take 12-15 undergraduate credits per semester.

Qualifications: Students who are sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time of application, have at least 2 years of college level Spanish language studies, and have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 are eligible to apply. The program is designed for Latin American Studies majors. Students from other areas (such as International Relations, History, Business Administration, Nursing) can be considered if they demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and are familiar with the Latin American culture. Interviews may be required of certain applicants. Before departure, students should have completed the following courses or their equivalent:

Spanish Composition and Conversation or equivalent (89301)
Introduction to Latin American Studies (61290)
One course in Latin American Studies
One course in the Culture of Latin America

Internships: Internships will take place in Guayaquil and will be supervised by UEES Education faculty. Internships are available in schools, non-profit organizations, hospitals, and banks.

Housing: Students will live in homestays arranged by the UEES. Each student will be placed with an Ecuadorian host family who will provide at most meals, light laundry, occasional transportation, and a few outings. The homestay is the supportive link for the students in their new cultural environment.

Language of Instruction: All courses at UEES will be taught in Spanish

Financial Aid: Students may apply for financial aid at their home campus financial aid office. Financial aid deferrals may be applied toward tuition and program fee only.

Health Insurance: All students must have approved insurance coverage while studying abroad.

For more information, please contact the center for international programs at SUNY New Paltz directly.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Experience Required: no

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript

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