The Centers for Interamerican Studies (CEDEI)

The Centers for Interamerican Studies (CEDEI) is a not-for-profit institution of higher learning, dedicated to the study of American languages and cultures in Cuenca, Ecuador. It was founded in 1992 in recognition of the 500th anniversary of the meeting of the Old and New Worlds. To foster understanding among the people of the Americas, CEDEI sponsors a variety of academic activities independently and in conjunction with universities in North and South America.

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  Cuenca

  Cuenca, Ecuador Campus Website

  0 - 5,000 on Campus

  250,000+ residents in Cuenca

  Language(s) spoken on campus: Spanish

  Cuenca soars approximately 8,200 feet above sea level functioning as the economic center of the southern Sierra as the capital of the Azuay providence. Dating back to the 16th century, Cuenca’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is composed of stunning old-world cathedrals, massive rotundas and colonial parks that attract students, tourists and expatriates from around the world. 

  Not only is Cuenca jam-packed full of culture, it also is known for its notable artists, writers, poets and well-known intellectuals. The wide variety of museums, parks, colonial plazas, churches, restaurants, nightlife and international food allows you to soak up the local culture and familiarize yourself with the impressive history. The locals define themselves as having a laid-back culture and agreeable weather. The city center also offers many craft traditions, ranging from metal work to ceramics with more in between.