Located on San Cristobal Island, the USFQ Galapagos campus offers international students the opportunity to study in one of the most pristine natural laboratories in the world.
There are several options for short term programs hosted by USFQ academics colleges that you can get involved in. Options range from class participation and research to internships or volunteer opportunities.
The Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) has over a decade of experience designing and executing customized programs (faculty-led programs) of any duration or academic focus.
International students could be degree seeking students at USFQ. They can enroll in their major of interest or can opt for a one-year pathway program to discover their area of interest before committing to a major.
The Pathway Program is designed for national and international students who have not decided what to study and wish to experience life in Quito by studying at USFQ. Students will have access to classes in the arts, communication, humanities, sciences and social sciences alongside local students.
All USFQ students have access to academic services and extracurricular activities. In this section you will find additional resources designed to support international students.
All USFQ students have access to academic services and extracurricular activities. In this section you will find additional resources designed to support international students.
USFQ is open to host any professor, administrator or delegation who wishes to visit the Campus. We will take care of organizing your visit and scheduling meetings and a campus tour. We can also organize a visit to the Galápagos Islands and our research station in the Amazon Basin, so that Universities can see all of the opportunities USFQ has
Would you like to study abroad at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)? We offer different programs in our main campus Quito/Cumbaya or in the Galapagos Islands. We welcome international students from around the world who want to have an outstanding academic and cultural experience.
Undergrad students from all over the world have the unique opportunity to conduct a research project in conjunction with a USFQ faculty member in various fields of study. This program is called The Latitude Zero: Ecuador Research Initiative (LOERI).
In addition to the face-to-face exchange opportunities, we offer virtual exchange options with some of our partners. Do not miss this opportunity to have an international experience!
The Universidad San Francisco de Quito seeks to collaborate in international networks focused on developing expertise among academics and administrators, as well as innovating the academic curriculum for students. We also aim to enhance international understanding, centered around the economy, politics, society, environment, and intercultural aspects of global challenges. All these network initiatives are shared with students and faculty through