Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Approx. number of students: 8,500
ESB partner since: 2024
The City
Quito, Ecuador's capital nestled high in the Andes, blends rich history with modern vibrancy. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town boasts colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, and ornate churches like the baroque La Compañía. The city sprawls beneath Pichincha volcano, offering panoramic views from El Panecillo hill. Quito pulses with cultural festivals, bustling markets, and a dynamic culinary scene celebrating Ecuadorian flavors.
The University
Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ is a private liberal arts university located in Quito, Ecuador. In addition to the main campus located in Cumbayá, USFQ has a satellite campus and research station in the Galápagos Islands, another research station in the cloud forest, Tandayapa Station, and a biological field station Tiputini Biodiversity Station in the Amazon basin. Ranked #1 University in Ecuador and #51 in Latin America according to QS. We have over 100 bilateral partnerships for research and exchange, as well participate as members of prestigious international networks, for example Berklee School of Music, APRU, among others.
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