AUP International Institute
AUP students in the United States
ECUADORUNITED STATES

Start in Ecuador.
Work toward your degree in United States

Work toward your degree in

The right path is the one you choose right now.
+$1 millionin scholarships awarded to our registered+25 partneruniversities in the U.S.100%of visas approved
FIND YOUR WAY

Every step gets you closer to your U.S. degree

Start by answering a few questions. When you're done, a counselor will help you interpret your profile.

THREE PATHWAYS. ONE GOAL.

Find out which pathway fits your stage

Early College Program studentsFROM HIGH SCHOOL · GRADES 1–3Early College Program
PATHWAY 01

Early College
Program

Start planning your academic path before you graduate from high school.
Get a head start on your academic journey—up to two years before transferring to the U.S. Credits transferable to the U.S. (subject to evaluation by the receiving university) Achieve your goal of attending college in the U.S. before you turn 20.
PATHWAY 02

2+2 Pathway

Start in Ecuador. Finish in the United States.

Complete your first two years of study in Ecuador with credits that are transferable to more than 25 U.S. universities. Transfer with scholarships of up to 65% and complete your academic journey in the U.S.

2years in Ecuador2years in the US U.S. college degree
What your family saves
Save more than $30,000 USD compared to a direct path to the United States.
AUP student transferred to a partner universityAUP student with her university pennant
Abigail Jara: a transfer student from AUP to CSU Fresno, she won a full scholarship to pursue her degree in business.
PATHWAY 03

4 Years
USA

Study your entire degree in the United States.
Direct admission to partner universities in the U.S. The Full College Experience: Campus Life, Networking, Fraternities, and Sororities. Guaranteed scholarships of up to 55%.
AUP student of the 4 Years USA pathwayUNITED STATES · FROM YEAR ONE
INVESTMENT COMPARISON

The best path to graduate and work in the U.S.

The Value of Investing in Academic Pathways.

From$55,000
Average$36,000
From$36,000
4 years directly in the U.S.
Complete pathways in Ecuador
2+2 PathwayRecommended route
See scholarships & costs in detail
WHAT YOU TAKE IN ECUADOR

General Education

The first stage of your academic journey, which will culminate in the United States.

Even if you don't know what you're going to major in yet, you won't waste time or money: these courses count toward almost any degree program.

College WritingPublic SpeakingPsychologyIntro to BusinessSociologyEconomicsMathHumanitiesCommunication
You learn the American system from day one: GPA, essays, deadlines, participation. By the time you arrive in the United States, you won't feel like an academic foreigner.
AFTER GRADUATION

How Much Can You Earn in the U.S. After Graduating?

The degree is issued directly by the U.S. university where the student completes their studies. It is official and internationally recognized, and is valid for global employability, master’s programs, and access to OPT.

Work legally in the United States

Once you finish your degree you can apply for OPT (Optional Practical Training) and work in the United States. In STEM fields the extension period is even longer.

American work experience

A resume with US experience, networking from campus and professional contacts built during your degree.

A degree that opens doors

The same Bachelor's Degree American students receive: valid for global master's programs and for the international job market.

Income ranges after graduation

Average monthly salary of a recent graduate

In Ecuador$500 – $800USD/month
In the United States$4,500 – $6,000+USD/month

Sources: INEC, National Survey of Employment, Unemployment and Underemployment (ENEMDU), March 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), May 2024.

AUP graduates at their ceremony

It's not just any path, it's YOUR international academic path.

Find your best route
GET TO KNOW AUP

See who we are in one minute

A quick look at what we do and at the families already reaching their goal of studying in the United States.

See more stories and photos
Institutional video
REAL STORIES

They already found their way

Abigail Jara, AUP student · California State University, Fresno

Abigail Jara

California State University, Fresno

Business Administration | 2+2

Mya Khamis, AUP student · Cornell University

Mya Khamis

Cornell University

Business Administration | 4 Years USA

Mateo Eslava, AUP student · University of West Alabama

Mateo Eslava

University of West Alabama

Mechanical Engineering | 2+2

Pedro Saldaña, AUP student · Delaware Valley University

Pedro Saldaña

Delaware Valley University

Agro Business | 4 Years USA

Victoria Barnuevo, AUP student · Auburn University

Victoria Barnuevo

Auburn University

Business Administration | 4 Years USA

Valentina Saldaña, AUP student · Auburn University

Valentina Saldaña

Auburn University

Biochemistry | 4 Years USA

Asdruval Calle, AUP student · Florida International University

Asdruval Calle

Florida International University

Civil Engineering | 4 Years USA

Santiago Peralta, AUP student · Indiana State University

Santiago Peralta

Indiana State University

Architecture | 4 Years USA

Victoria Barzallo, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Victoria Barzallo

University of North Alabama

Electromechanical Engineering & Computer Engineering | 4 Years USA

Bruno Carrera, AUP student · Louisiana State University

Bruno Carrera

Louisiana State University

Business Administration | 4 Years USA

Valentina Muñoz, AUP student · University of Lynchburg

Valentina Muñoz

University of Lynchburg

Arianna Quevedo, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Arianna Quevedo

University of North Alabama

Nursing | 4 Years USA

Seilin Pozo, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Seilin Pozo

University of North Alabama

Business Administration | 4 Years USA

Natalia Flores, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Natalia Flores

University of North Alabama

Psychology | 4 Years USA

Elizabeth Barzallo, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Elizabeth Barzallo

University of North Alabama

Nursing | 4 Years USA

Luigina Mota, AUP student · University of Lynchburg

Luigina Mota

University of Lynchburg

Sabrina Santiesteban, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Sabrina Santiesteban

University of North Alabama

Music - Piano and Performance | 4 Years USA

Alejandro Piedra, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Alejandro Piedra

University of North Alabama

Liam Jara, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Liam Jara

University of North Alabama

Computer Science | 4 Years USA

Daniela Orlando, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Daniela Orlando

University of North Alabama

Exercise Science: Clinical Physiology | 4 Years USA

Salomé Artieda, AUP student · Christian Brothers University

Salomé Artieda

Christian Brothers University

Business Data Analytics | 4 Years USA

Gracia Tobar, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Gracia Tobar

University of North Alabama

Business Data Analytics | 4 Years USA

Arianna Grandes, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Arianna Grandes

University of North Alabama

Business Administration | 4 Years USA

Joshua Marín, AUP student · University of North Alabama

Joshua Marín

University of North Alabama

Psychology | 4 Years USA

Andres Valencia, AUP student · University of Lynchburg

Andres Valencia

University of Lynchburg

UNIVERSITY NETWORKFrom California to New York.

More than 25 partner universities in the U.S.

Across 17 states, for 2+2 transfer and direct admission. Each with standout programs and real scholarship chances.

+25partner universities17states2routes: 2+2 & direct
Open the interactive map
SCHOLARSHIPS & COSTS

If you're looking to get an athletic or academic scholarship...

They are applied strategically. They depend on: the U.S. university, the application path, your GPA, your English proficiency, and your extracurricular activities. Learn how:

Book an appointment
AUP HUB

The capital already has its cohort taking real American university courses without leaving the country.

Mon-Fri · 9:30am-6pmProcess Director: Rocío Jácome
How to get there & book a visit

The safest city in the country already has its first cohort of transfer students. More and more young people are joining and starting their path toward a university in the United States.

Mon-Fri · 10am-4pmProcess Director: Gabriel Valle
How to get there & book a visit

The Pearl of the Pacific has the largest cohort of transfer students so far, establishing itself as one of the main campuses of the program.

Mon-Fri · 9:30am-6pmProcess Director: Cristopher Artieda
How to get there & book a visit
AUP Quito campusSEDE QUITO
AUP team member, Quito campus
AUP team member, Quito campus
AUP team member, Quito campus
THE TEAM BEHIND THE QUITO CAMPUSMeet the whole team
AUP Cuenca campusSEDE CUENCA
Gabriel Valle
Patricia Veloz
Milena Mora
Diana Domínguez
Raisa Gavilanes
THE TEAM BEHIND THE CUENCA CAMPUSMeet the whole team
AUP Guayaquil campusSEDE GUAYAQUIL
Cristopher Artieda
Hazel Iperty
Luciana Terán
Natasha Joppe
Kira Vera
Marcos Hernández
THE TEAM BEHIND THE GUAYAQUIL CAMPUSMeet the whole team
AUP graduates celebrating at their graduation ceremony

The first step is a conversation

Book a free advising session. An AUP advisor reviews your case, answers your questions, and builds a realistic pathway with you, no commitment.