IES Abroad Quito – Area Studies & Language

Studying abroad in Quito, Ecuador, was the scariest, bravest and most adventurous experience of my life to date. Were there ups and downs? Of course, as there are to any situation. Yes, I felt scared to be a minority for the first time in my life as a Caucasian female in Latin America. Yes, it was difficult speaking almost entirely in a foreign language. But, amidst the nervous anxiety of living and studying in a foreign country, I was immersed in the acceptance and love exuding from my host fam...

My semester studying abroad in Quito, Ecuador was a life changing experience. I had no idea what to expect going into my trip but somehow it still managed to surpass all of my expectations. Never had I imagined that I would travel with such ease around the humbly small country and see all the history, the green, the ocean. I was pleased to find the balance between school work and free time was just right in order to get the full study abroad experience. I was able to take classes both at my stud...

My time studying in Ecuador was an enriching experience to say the least. I was able to grow personally, academically, professionally, as a world traveler, lifelong learner, and active member of today's society. I really appreciated the cultural immersion, in a culture that is much different than my own. I was able to do this through living with a host family, speaking as much Spanish as possible, and taking classes in another country. I had an amazing, life-changing experience that I will remem...