AUP International Institute
HOW IT WORKS

From Ecuador to the United States

A personalized itinerary created by our experts from start to finish. Here's what the entire route looks like, stage by stage.

STEP 1Advising and diagnosis

An advisor reviews your academic stage, English, goals and family situation. From there comes your recommended pathway: Early College, 2+2 or 4 Years.

STEP 2Academic stage in Ecuador

You take General Education Program courses, from high school (ECP) or after graduating (2+2), with a real GPA certified by CSU Fresno.

STEP 3Application & scholarships

With your profile built, you apply to partner universities with a scholarship strategy: GPA, English, extracurriculars and timing.

STEP 4F-1 visa and departure prep

Documentation, visa interview prep, and all the logistics: flights, housing, arrival on campus.

STEP 5Studies and graduation in the US

You finish your degree on the American campus and receive your Bachelor's Degree, with OPT available to work legally after graduating.