Ecuador
Dates
May 23 – June 7, 2024
Subjects
Biology, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Honors
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 5: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS Ecuador program embraces the natural beauty of this South American country: snowcapped volcanic peaks, volcanic caldera, cloud forests, and rainforests. This program will focus on the biological sciences, visiting three diverse eco-systems. As we travel around the country, we will examine the country’s economic and conservation activities as they have been shaped by human and environmental elements.
Note: Studying abroad likely is more physically strenuous than you are used to at home. KIIS study abroad programs typically involve approx. 5-10 miles of walking (approx. 10,000-20,000 steps) or the like in a day, including the possibility of walking, hiking, and climbing stairs in heat and humidity, over elevations at higher altitudes, and over rocky terrain. See Health & Wellness for more information.
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.
What's Included
Program Cost: $3,450 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($165), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $200-$500 depending on your food tastes/spending habits), Vaccinations (approx. $250), any class readings/materials, 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
Take Your Education Further
Description
Dates
May 23 – June 7, 2024
Subjects
Biology, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Honors
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 5: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS Ecuador program embraces the natural beauty of this South American country: snowcapped volcanic peaks, volcanic caldera, cloud forests, and rainforests. This program will focus on the biological sciences, visiting three diverse eco-systems. As we travel around the country, we will examine the country’s economic and conservation activities as they have been shaped by human and environmental elements.
Note: Studying abroad likely is more physically strenuous than you are used to at home. KIIS study abroad programs typically involve approx. 5-10 miles of walking (approx. 10,000-20,000 steps) or the like in a day, including the possibility of walking, hiking, and climbing stairs in heat and humidity, over elevations at higher altitudes, and over rocky terrain. See Health & Wellness for more information.
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.
What's Included
Program Cost: $3,450 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($165), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $200-$500 depending on your food tastes/spending habits), Vaccinations (approx. $250), any class readings/materials, 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.