World Languages & Cultures Humboldt State University in Arcata, California
Quito, Ecuador
Spring Program

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Program Description
The Quito Program is a 12-week full immersion spring program offered exclusively by the Department of World Languages and Cultures to Humboldt State University students from all fields of study. Students from other universities and colleges, as well as community members, are also encouraged to apply.

This program follows the Humboldt State University spring Schedule and generally begins the last week in January and ends the last week in April. Interested students who meet minimum qualifications should apply in the fall semester by completing the on-line application not later than the 15th of November.

Location
Ecuador [map] is located on the northwestern coast of South America. It is one of the smallest countries in the region, about the size of the state of Nevada. The continental territory of Ecuador borders Peru to the south and east (approx. 1,420 km), Colombia to the north (590 km) and the Pacific Ocean to the west (2,237 km of coastline) . Quito [more info], the capital, is located in the Andes Mountains at 9,500 feet above sea level and has a population of 1,620,000 inhabitants. It is the country's second largest city.

Courses

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
Span 480Ecuador Advanced Grammar and Composition  4  
Span 480Ecuador Culture & Civilization  4  
Span 480Ecuador and Latin American Writers  4  
Span 480Ecuador Field Project Experience  4  
Span 480Ecuador Cultural Diary  2  

Total units18  


Program Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in the language and culture of a South American country.
  • Live with an Ecuadorian family.
  • Visit cultural and natural sites guided by Ecuadorian faculty.
  • All courses apply to the HSU Spanish major, minor or HSU electives.
  • Some courses apply to the Latin American Studies Concentration in the HSU International Studies Program.
  • Financial Aid may be used to cover all related expenses.
Cost
Program cost varies from year to year due to changes in the Ecuadorian economy as well as Humboldt State University tuition changes.
Contact the Quito Program Director to obtain current program cost information.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Two years of college level Spanish or equivalent.
  • HSU or Extended Education student in good standing.
Application

  • Complete the on-line Quito Program Application.
  • Complete an Interview with the HSU-Quito Program Director.


Contact
Postal Address:    Quito Program Director
   Dept. World Languages & Cultures
   Humboldt State University
   1 Harpst Street
   Arcata, CA 95521
Email:    Quito Program Director
Phone:    707/826-3226
Fax:    707/826-3227


This program requires a minimum number of students for final approval

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