Overview

Spend a summer in the biodiverse Galápagos Islands, Ecuador with AIFS! Study environmental science at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), one of the highest ranked universities in Ecuador. Begin the program at USFQ’s Cumbayá campus in Quito before flying to the university’s Extension campus on the island of San Cristóbal.

Academic Program Options in Galápagos Islands (Universidad San Francisco de Quito)

Summer Program

What’s Included

1. TUITION

   3 semester credits

2. COURSES

   Course offered in environmental science

   HOUSING

   with local families on San Cristóbal island. Hotel accommodation is provided for the Quito and Santa Cruz Island sections of the program

3. MEALS

   Breakfast and lunch in Quito, 3 meals a day on San Cristóbal Island and breakfast and one lunch on Santa Cruz Island

4. EXCURSIONS

   Quito, Ecuador (2 nights at the start of the program and 2 nights at the end) Santa Cruz island, Galápagos (2 nights)

5. CULTURAL & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

   A guided tour of Quito’s historic center and the Middle of the World Monument or Otavalo Market. Activities in the Galápagos include visits to Frigate Bird Hill, El Junco Lake, La Galapaguera – home to the famous giant tortoises, La Lobería Beach to see the marine iguanas, snorkeling excursion to Kicker Rock, Puerto Chino and Isla Lobos to see the blue-footed boobies

6. ON-SITE RESIDENT DIRECTOR

   to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program

7. HEALTH & SAFETY

   24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance

8. PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

   Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network

Optional Components

AIFS FLIGHT PACKAGE >>

• Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
• Airport transfers to and from campus
• Green Initiative – Providing carbon offsetting for all flights