Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)
Program Details
| Program Location |
Quito, Ecuador
|
| Sponsor |
Purdue |
| Program Type |
Exchange |
| Course # |
SA 20236
|
| Duration |
Semester
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Spring 2025 |
01/08/25 to 05/13/25
|
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Founded in 1988, USFQ is one of the most distinguished private universities in Ecuador. USFQ’s campus is located in an attractive suburb about 40 minutes by bus or 15 minutes by taxi from central Quito.
USFQ offers nearly 2,000 courses each semester in a wide variety of disciplines in which more than 80 courses are taught in English. Students with almost any academic interest can find exciting and challenging enrollment options.
Outside of the classroom, students can enjoy what the city of Quito has to offer. Surrounded by vibrant neighborhoods and beautiful colonial architecture that makes the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
Eligibility
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
At least three semesters of Spanish is STRONGLY recommended.
GPA Requirement:
2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Engineering] [
College of Liberal Arts] [
College of Science]
Specifically from:
BIOL (SCI)
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Students participating in the Cumbayá Program are able to choose their courses from across USFQ's ten colleges. However, please note that only specific areas at Purdue have approved coursework for direct credit (see credit section above). USFQ offers hundreds of courses each semester in Spanish and in English. Spanish language classes at all levels are also offered to international students.
Please note that not all classes are available in English. Students with enough language proficiency may also choose to take classes taught in Spanish. Students wanting all coursework in English should be prepared with back-up course options in case their first choice courses are not offered in English.
To get an idea of programs and potential courses offered, you can explore the Academic Programs available at UFSQ here.
Housing
USFQ matches interested international students with carefully screened host families in Quito. Host families are required to provide students with their own bedroom (bathroom may be shared), Wifi internet access, and two meals per day (breakfast and dinner). Host families generally live within a 15 to 45-minute commute by public transportation from the USFQ campus in Cumbayá valley.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2024
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
|
| You will pay Purdue Tuition |
Check Tuition |
| Program Fee |
$0.00
|
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) |
$32.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,200.00 |
| Housing |
$3,610.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$200.00 |
| Meals |
$1,500.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$1,500.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Fall Semester Programs |
Mar 1 |
| Spring Semester Programs |
Sep 15 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
