Ecuador
Dates
Will run in Summer 2021
Subjects
Biology, Herpetology, Marine Biology, Biogeography
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 15: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS Ecuador program operates in odd-numbered years (2019, 2021, 2023, etc.).
The KIIS Ecuador program information and courses for 2021 will be available in August 2020.
KIIS Ecuador embraces the natural beauty of this South American country: snowcapped volcanic peaks, lush rain forest and the famous Galapagos Islands. This program will mainly focus on the biological sciences, visiting three diverse eco-systems. The program culminates in the Galapagos Islands, home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Note: Students should be aware that many excursions are physically strenuous involving hiking in lowland heat and humidity as well as in cold conditions at higher altitudes.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
The colonial center of Quito became the second UNESCO World Heritage site ever chosen. We will visit colonial churches and plazas on a walking tour of the Old City.
If you’ve ever wanted to be in two hemispheres at the same time, here’s your chance! We will visit the park astride the Equator before heading off to see the volcanic caldera at Pululahua
Our excursion into the eastern cloud forests will enable us to see hummingbirds and perhaps catch a glimpse of a masked trogon, one of the most colorful birds in all South America. Don’t forget your raincoat… Yanayacu ca be quite wet!!
Our Amazon field camp is an amazing place, some five hours by canoe downriver from civilization. We will spend multiple days with native guides exploring the tropical rainforest.
Your chance to climb an active volcano (contingent upon local conditions). We hike up the flank of the Tungurahua to see recent lava flows before returning to the spa town of Baños for a dip in a volcanic heated steam bath to sooth aching muscles
Cotopaxi is the second-highest volcano in all of Ecuador and arguably the most picturesque. We will take a guided tour around the base of the volcano, taking us through windswept alpine tundra and lava flows past and present.
An opportunity to see a volcanic caldera up close and personal. The Quilotoa Crater at 3,800 meters also bears the honor of being the highest caldera anywhere in the world.
The Galapagos are home to the giant Galapagos tortoises, inquisitive sea lions, the famous blue-footed boobies and Pacific frigate birds along with a whole host of mammal, aquatic and bird species found nowhere else on Earth.
What's Included
Program Cost: Approx. $5,975 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of your textbooks & materials, passport fees ($135), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $600 minimum), immunizations ($250) and any fees from your college/university.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“I learned so much by being exposed to the many diverse and beautiful ecosystems in Ecuador which has made me a better biologist!”
– Brandy, Ecuador
“I’ve never been somewhere so different and challenging and felt so at peace.”
– Sarah, Ecuador
“The month I spent with KIIS Ecuador was the most educational and enlightening experience of my undergraduate career.”
– Max, Ecuador
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Description
Dates
Will run in Summer 2021
Subjects
Biology, Herpetology, Marine Biology, Biogeography
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 15: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS Ecuador program operates in odd-numbered years (2019, 2021, 2023, etc.).
The KIIS Ecuador program information and courses for 2021 will be available in August 2020.
KIIS Ecuador embraces the natural beauty of this South American country: snowcapped volcanic peaks, lush rain forest and the famous Galapagos Islands. This program will mainly focus on the biological sciences, visiting three diverse eco-systems. The program culminates in the Galapagos Islands, home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Note: Students should be aware that many excursions are physically strenuous involving hiking in lowland heat and humidity as well as in cold conditions at higher altitudes.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
The colonial center of Quito became the second UNESCO World Heritage site ever chosen. We will visit colonial churches and plazas on a walking tour of the Old City.
If you’ve ever wanted to be in two hemispheres at the same time, here’s your chance! We will visit the park astride the Equator before heading off to see the volcanic caldera at Pululahua
Our excursion into the eastern cloud forests will enable us to see hummingbirds and perhaps catch a glimpse of a masked trogon, one of the most colorful birds in all South America. Don’t forget your raincoat… Yanayacu ca be quite wet!!
Our Amazon field camp is an amazing place, some five hours by canoe downriver from civilization. We will spend multiple days with native guides exploring the tropical rainforest.
Your chance to climb an active volcano (contingent upon local conditions). We hike up the flank of the Tungurahua to see recent lava flows before returning to the spa town of Baños for a dip in a volcanic heated steam bath to sooth aching muscles
Cotopaxi is the second-highest volcano in all of Ecuador and arguably the most picturesque. We will take a guided tour around the base of the volcano, taking us through windswept alpine tundra and lava flows past and present.
An opportunity to see a volcanic caldera up close and personal. The Quilotoa Crater at 3,800 meters also bears the honor of being the highest caldera anywhere in the world.
The Galapagos are home to the giant Galapagos tortoises, inquisitive sea lions, the famous blue-footed boobies and Pacific frigate birds along with a whole host of mammal, aquatic and bird species found nowhere else on Earth.
What's Included
Program Cost: Approx. $5,975 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of your textbooks & materials, passport fees ($135), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $600 minimum), immunizations ($250) and any fees from your college/university.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“I learned so much by being exposed to the many diverse and beautiful ecosystems in Ecuador which has made me a better biologist!”
– Brandy, Ecuador
“I’ve never been somewhere so different and challenging and felt so at peace.”
– Sarah, Ecuador
“The month I spent with KIIS Ecuador was the most educational and enlightening experience of my undergraduate career.”
– Max, Ecuador
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