Study in Quito, Ecuador

Between the new and old towns of Ecuador’s vibrant capital city, there’s a little bit of the past as well as the present to enjoy around every corner. Quito is one city that has managed to maintain the look, life and luxury of its past while moving towards a technology-powered future. In this place where old traditions meet new advancements, it’s no wonder students find a thrilling place to challenge their bright minds.

The capital city of Ecuador has more higher educational institutions than most other cities in the country. Though many institutions have only been founded in the last twenty or thirty years, there are a few which date back to the early 19^th century. No matter the year of foundation, most institutions hold a prominent place in Ecuador’s educational system. Some of the universities in the area are known as polytechnics, which specialize in technical studies and training programs. Others institutions offer general studies in a wide variety of subjects. There is also an international school, though it does not cater to students above a certain age.

Students won’t be able to stay in their rooms when they arrive in Quito. The smell of authentic, freshly made South American cuisine will draw them from the dormitories and into the street, where they can witness some of the glorious sights the city has to offer. After touring the colonial streets of Old Town, wandering through the historic plazas and learning Native American culture from a museum, students can end the day with a jungle hike, and tour of the tropical landscape or a dance at a local bar. Horseback-riding, rock-climbing and river-rafting also make for an exciting adventure.

Other considerations for students studying in Quito include:

Majority of courses taught in Spanish.
Some institutions are religiously affiliated.
Somewhat dangerous crime rate.

Major Fields of Study in Quito

Quito’s higher education institutions offer a fairly diverse course range. Anything from visual art to pharmaceuticals can be studied in Quito with relative ease. This makes it difficult to initially determine the kind of academic areas that represent the city best. What increases this difficulty is the fact that specialty schools in the city are also diverse in the academic subjects they offer. For example, there is one entire science institute dedicated solely to social sciences; another offers courses in mainly business and law. The major fields of study, then, if they had to be determined, would be fairly eclectic. Only these two studies seem to stand out above the rest:

Engineering (especially chemical)
Health science

Again, there is a huge diversity of courses available in Quito; the above list only represents what courses seem to be slightly more prevalent in more schools.

Schools of Quito

Quito boasts about a dozen higher educational institutions; the ones listed below simply represent those that are most popular and also provide comprehensive course programs. These universities do not represent all of the educational opportunities available in Quito, though they can provide future students with an idea of the academic opportunities awaiting them in Ecuador’s capital.

The Central University of Ecuador is the oldest, public university in the entire nation of Ecuador. It has a hugely diverse course set with sixteen faculties in anything from odontology to agriculture. It offers both bachelor and master degree courses.
The National Technical University of Quito, also known as Escuela Politecnica Nacional, is a public university with degree programs in various engineering subjects, mathematics, geology, administration and physics. It is a leading scientific university in Ecuador.
The Universidad Del Pacifico Ecuador is a private university focused on transforming students into business-minded, problem-solving professionals. It has various programs in law, business, economics, science, technology and even language, for both bachelor and master degrees.