Guides for studying in the United States
From Cuenca to California: Three Questions and a Story
Abigail is the first young Ecuadorian to receive a 100% scholarship under AUP’s 2+2 program, transferring credits from the U.S. and completing her final years of study in California with full financial support. Her story shows that the path to an international career is possible, accessible, and supported at every stage.
From Ecuador to the U.S.: Mateo's Journey Abroad
Mateo began his career in Ecuador with AUP, and today he is studying mechanical engineering at the University of West Alabama through the 2+2 program, with a scholarship covering up to 65% of his tuition.
AUP Accepts the Duolingo English Test
AUP accepts the Duolingo English Test as an official English proficiency test, offering students a modern, accessible, and reliable option to open doors to international education.
We hold ICEF Agency Status, an international accreditation.
AUP holds ICEF Agency Status, an international accreditation that guarantees quality, ethics, and transparency in advising international students.
Academic Path 2 Years in Ecuador and 2 in the United States: How the 2+2 Model Works
The same degree, two countries, a single American diploma. This is how the pathway splits and what happens at each stage.
Scholarships to study in the US as an Ecuadorian: what's actually real
There is no universal scholarship and no guaranteed amounts: there is a plan based on your profile. Here is what actually determines how much you can get.