Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Most enriching arts experience of my college experience! July 06, 2026

By (Theatre and Dance, Muhlenberg College) - abroad from 01/19/2026 to 04/23/2026 with

Accademia dell'Arte: Arezzo - Performing Arts in Tuscany

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The faculty and staff relationships I built during my time at the Accademia have continued to blossom even as I am back in the states.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Most enriching arts experience of my college experience! The classes are rigorous and focused, the villa is a dream to live in, and I never knew how much I liked pasta until I visited their kitchen! The faculty and staff relationships I built during my time at the Accademia have continued to blossom even as I am back in the states. Can't wait to go back, post-grad!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The rigor of the classes
  • The focus on the physical work
  • The city
* What could be improved?
  • No ideas
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How easy the train apps are! Nothing to be stressed about!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.