Academic quality
Eaquals accreditation, certified teachers, and groups of max. 5 students.
Discover ECOS
LEARN SPANISH
LEARN SPANISH
LIVE CARTAGENA
Live Spanish inside and outside the classroom, with Cartagena as part of your learning. A real immersion experience, with small groups and certified teachers.
Real immersion
Speak Spanish from day one, inside and outside the classroom.
Human connection
Host families, classmates from 30+ countries, friendships that last.
Cartagena as your classroom
History, gastronomy and living culture, integrated into your learning.
Tailored to you
Programs customizable in intensity, duration and schedule.
Welcome to
Cartagena, Colombia
Language, culture and community in a vibrant city with over 450 years of history.
- Historic neighborhoods full of color and life
- Cultural immersion: local traditions, music and art
- Real conversations that build confidence
- Dance, cuisine and experiences that connect you with Colombia
📍 Cartagena
Explore the city
Walk through centuries of history and colonial charm.
Live the culture
Immersive activities that bring Colombia to life.
Connect with people
Real conversations that go beyond the classroom.
LIVE THE ECOS EXPERIENCE
Learn Spanish by living Cartagena
It's more than classes — at ECOS you live a unique cultural experience.
Meet new friends, discover the city, and improve your Spanish every day.
Students from around the world
Share and learn
In the heart of Cartagena
Culture, history and sea
Weekly activities
Excursions, events and more
Improve your Spanish every day
With expert teachers
“
+500 happy students
are waiting for you
It is not just studying Spanish, it is living an experience that changes the way you see the world.
are waiting for you
Our Gallery
From classes to accommodation, dancing and excursions
We encourage our students to actively participate in the group so their stay becomes a truly enriching experience.
La ruta ECOS
Tu experiencia ECOS
Un viaje completo, pensado para que vivas Cartagena, aprendas español y te lleves recuerdos que duran toda la vida.
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Preparación
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Llegada
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Bienvenida
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Clase
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Ciudad
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Almuerzo
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Actividades
08
Amigos
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Progreso
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Despedida
01 Preparación
02 Llegada
03 Bienvenida
04 Clase
05 Ciudad
06 Almuerzo
07 Actividades
08 Amigos
09 Progreso
10 Despedida
¿Listo para vivir tu propia historia?
Miles de estudiantes de todo el mundo ya comenzaron este viaje.
Our Programs
Choose Your Path
Two certified programs, designed for different needs.
Small groups, max. 5 students
Certified teachers
Materials included
Flexible schedules
For foreigners
Spanish Courses in Cartagena
Choose the course that best fits how long you'll be in the city.From
$210/week
Prices in USD. Terms and conditions apply.
- Levels A1-C2
- Groups of max. 5 students
- Eaquals certification
- Materials included
- Weekly cultural activities
1 week
$230
2-5 weeks
$220
6+ weeks
$210
For locals
English A1–C2
For adults, teens and childrenFrom
$395,000/month
- Small groups
- Native certified teachers
- Materials included
- Flexible schedules
1 month
$430,000
2–5 months
$410,000
6+ months
$395,000
Need something custom?
We design tailored programs based on your goals, timeline and budget.
Certified
For German Employees
PLAN YOUR BILDUNGSURLAUB
What is educational leave?
In Germany, Bildungsurlaub, Bildungsfreistellung or Bildungszeit refers to the legal right of employees to paid time off to participate in continuing education events such as language courses.
States with educational leave:
Baden-Württemberg
Berlin
Brandenburg
Bremen
Hamburg
Hessen
Mecklenburg-W. Pom.
Lower Saxony
North Rhine-Westphalia
Rhineland-Palatinate
Saarland
Saxony-Anhalt
Schleswig-Holstein
Thüringen
Only in Bavaria and Saxony are employees not entitled to educational leave.
In all other states, employees must register their entitlement with their employer and choose an approved language course.
ECOS Escuela de Español is recognized as Bildungsurlaub in most German states.
The faces of ECOS
People, not just programs
Teachers, host families, coordinators and a community that truly supports you.
María José
Spanish Teacher
Every student learns differently. My job is to help you speak with confidence.
10+
years teaching Spanish
The Torres Family
Host Family
We open the doors of our home so you feel part of our family and of Cartagena.
150+
students welcomed with love
Sophie, France
Student
ECOS is not just a school, it is an experience that changed my life.
30+
countries part of our community
Andrés Ruiz
Academic Coordinator
I am here to support you every step of the way and make sure you live your best experience.
24/7
support throughout your stay
You can be part of this community too
Thousands of students have already lived their ECOS experience. What about you?
Real testimonials
What our students say
Discover what it has been like to learn with us in Cartagena.
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ECOS is not just a school, it is a life experience. The teachers are amazing and Cartagena is magical.
Laura Schneider
Ver historia
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My Spanish improved much more than I expected. The classes are dynamic and the environment is perfect for learning.
James Wilson
Ver historia
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Learning Spanish at ECOS was one of the best decisions I have made. I made friends from all over the world.
Yuki Tanaka
Ver historia
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The ECOS method is unique. In just a few weeks I went from basic level to holding fluent conversations.
Sophie Müller
Ver historia
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I came for the Bildungsurlaub and left in love with Cartagena and the language. Totally recommended.
Hans Becker
Ver historia
+30
NACIONALIDADES NOS ELIGEN
+500
ESTUDIANTES CADA AÑO
97%
RECOMIENDAN ECOS
10+
AÑOS DE EXPERIENCIA
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