Athena Study Abroad in Quito, Ecuador
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Program Description
Quito is remarkable, diverse city that is located in the northern region of South America, near Columbia. This city mixes South American, European, and indigenous cultures to create a totally unique cultural experience. Listed as the number one most significant city on the World Heritage List, Quito gives the one-of-a-kind experience of a city where first, second, third, and even fourth worlds collide.
This is a great location for students yearning to master the Spanish language, gain global work experiences through Spanish internships, and volunteer. If students stay longer than 4 weeks in Quito they are eligible for volunteer experience with local hospitals.
Students will be studying at Academia Latinoamericana, a world class institution known for immersive Spanish language courses and Andean culture with small, personalized classes. It is accredited by the ministry of education in Ecuador and an accredited member of the Latin American Council of Spanish Academies.
This is a great location for students yearning to master the Spanish language, gain global work experiences through Spanish internships, and volunteer. If students stay longer than 4 weeks in Quito they are eligible for volunteer experience with local hospitals.
Students will be studying at Academia Latinoamericana, a world class institution known for immersive Spanish language courses and Andean culture with small, personalized classes. It is accredited by the ministry of education in Ecuador and an accredited member of the Latin American Council of Spanish Academies.
Highlights
Excursions: adventure from the Cloud Forest to the Galapagos Island to tasting chocolate in the birthplace of cacaoCultural Immersion: learn culture through food and family with homestay; this also helps to truly master the Spanish language
Value: an affordable option for studying abroad, as the cost of living is small in comparison to the more expensive European programs
School: Academia Latinoamericana offers small, personalized class sizes, which allows students to learn at a faster pace due to more focused attention from the native Spanish speaking teachers
Internships: give students the opportunity to expand cultural skills and int'l experiences, & appeal to future employers
What`s Included
TuitionHousing/Utilities
Airport Transportation from/to Quito Airport (UIO - Mariscal Sucre International Airport)
Pre-departure guide and advising
Health insurance from HTH Worldwide
On-site student advisor & orientation
Field trips and excursions
Student services at school
Transcript from Academia Latinoamericana de Español (Transcript FAQs)
24-hour emergency line to advisors (health issues)
Online account management
Campus internet access
On-campus library facilities
Unparalleled personalized service
Contribution to a world charity through Students Offering Support (S.O.S.), the charitable arm of Athena
Subjects
Business, Culture, Health Sciences, Latin American Studies, SpanishOther Programs From The Same Provider
Program Locations
Quito, Ecuador
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Program Details
Provider:
Athena Study Abroad
Location
- Ecuador: Quito
School Term:
Academic Year, Fall, May Term, Spring, Summer, Winter
Languages:
Spanish
Participants:
American, Canadian
Cost:
$8,990 (Semester) / $2,990 (January/Winter) / $2,890-$6,890 (Summer) / $6,890-$8,890 (May+Summer)
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