Affordable Quality Programs in Ecuador
Ecuador
Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer
Dates: Academic Year, Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer Session
Description:
Looking for an affordable program in coastal Ecuador that allows you to complete academic major, minor and general education requirements? KEI offers low cost, high quality customizable programs with a wide selection of courses (in English and Spanish) and internships in the following disciplines: * Business, Law & Diplomacy
* Computer Science & Software Engineering
* Environment & Ecology
* Journalism, Communications & Media
* Medicine, Health & Biomedical Science (for pre-med & allied health)
* Spanish Language & Ecuadorian Culture KEI is ideal for students looking for an affordable program at a reputable university in South America. The program is based in Guayaquil, Ecuador's commercial, financial and cultural center. Located on the coast, students have easy access to beaches and the Amazon basin. Visit the KEI website or contact our program advisers for more information.
Highlights:
Host University:
Students study at the Universidad de Especialidades Espíritu Santo (UEES). The University is situated on a modern campus in Samborondon, a residential community 15 minutes from downtown Guayaquil. * UEES is accredited by Conesup, the validating agency in Ecuador
* 7,000 students; mostly from Ecuador and South America
* Small classes; close student-faculty interaction Room & Board
Students live with host families near the campus. Two meals per day are included. Student life revolves around campus events, sports, cultural excursions and social activities. Excursions:
* Guayaquil City Tour (orientation)
* Parque Histórico (day activity)
* Gulf of Guayaquil (day excursion)
* Cuenca & Inca Ruins (overnight excursion)
* Quito (overnight excursion)
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Intern Types :
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- Biomedical Sciences
- Business Admin, Management
- Comm (Radio, TV, & Film)
- Communications
- Computer Science
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- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Health Sciences
- Information Systems
- International Relations
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- Journalism
- Law
- Medicine
- Spanish
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Subject Areas :
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- Accounting
- Admin (Hospitality, Sports)
- Area/Ethnic Studies
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business
- Business Admin. & Mngmt.
- Business Management
- Business Studies Grad Level
- Comm. (Radio, TV, & Film)
- Communications
- Computer Electronics
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science / IT
- Conflict Studies
- Conservation and Preservation
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice / Corrections
- Criminology
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Development Studies
- Domestic and Legal Policy
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology
- Economics
- Education
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Management Systems / Policy
- Environmental Risk
- Environmental Sci. (Atmosph.)
- Environmental Studies
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- Ethnic Studies
- Field-Study
- Finance
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Foreign Language
- Government
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- History
- Hospitality
- Human Res. Management
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Humanities
- Independent Study
- Information Systems
- Intensive Language
- Interdisciplinary
- International Business
- International Policy and Diplomacy
- International Relations
- Internship Programs
- Journalism / Broadcasting
- Languages / Linguistics
- Latin American Studies
- Leadership
- Leisure Study
- Liberal Arts
- Literature
- Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing, Ad., & PR
- Media and Cultural Studies
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- Media Relations
- Medicine
- Music
- Natural Resources
- Network Administration
- Nutrition
- Occupational, Environ. Health
- Organizational Behavior
- Philosophy
- Physical Therapy
- Political Science/Politics
- Pre-Law
- Pre-Med
- Public / Community Service Sciences
- Public Admin, Public Policy, Govt
- Public Health
- Research Study
- Social Policy
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Spanish Literature
- Student Trips (non-credit)
- Sustainable Development
- Technology
- Telecommunications
- Trade / Technical Specialties
- Travel / Tourism
- Tropical Biology
- TV and Media Production
- U.S. Studies
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Cost in US$: Summer = 5,950; Semester = 8,950; Academic Year = 17,900
Cost Include Description:
* Tuition and fees at host university
* Internship placement for qualified students
* Access to campus facilities
* Official transcript
* Housing with a host family or apartment
* Meal plan (with homestay option)
* Cultural excursions and activities
* Pre-departure and on-site support
* On-Site Coordinator
* Airport welcome and transfer
* On-site orientation
* Medical and travel insurance
* Use of mobile telephone
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
American
and Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Scholarships are Available.
Scholarships, grants and interest-free payment plans are available for qualified students. Students can also use their federal and institutional financial aid and grants. Visit the KEI website for more information.
Application Process Involves:
- Essay
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Phone Interview
- Transcript
Post-Program Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Job and Internship Network
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI)'s Mission Statement: The Knowledge Exchange Institute was founded on the belief that study abroad should go beyond language and culture studies to include discipline-specific courses and internships. Our goal is to provide affordable, high quality programs that allow students to complete major-specific requirements and gain practical experience while enhancing their understanding of the world through cultural and social immersion.
Year Founded: 1997
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