4.7 - 666 Reviews

API / Academic Programs International

https://apiabroad.com/

API / Academic Programs International is a program provider offering 100 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Graduate Program, and High School abroad programs in 23 countries such as Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Argentina, and Gap Year Abroad.

Academic Programs International (API) encourages students to embark on a lifelong experiential educational journey that enriches lives, communities and organizations and helps every student, college and company to achieve their goals. Through the creation of APIConnect, an experiential education technology platform, we help colleges, universities and students create and discover learning experiences customized to meet their needs. APIConnect offers a vast library of destinations, accredited courses, internships, and original programming geared toward maximizing students’ college experiences so they are better prepared for the workforce upon graduation. Based in Austin, TX, API sends thousands of students on hundreds of programs virtually and in nearly 70 cities in 25 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. For more information, visit our website at https://apiabroad.com/.

Study Abroad with API / Academic Programs International

OVERALL RATING 4.7
Based on 666 Reviews
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December 14, 2025
Past Review Ireland: I'll Be Back Soon API (Academic Programs International): Dublin - University College Dublin

"I gained proof that I am going into a profession that I will enjoy, and also found a city that I would love to live in as an adult. This study abroad experience has drastically changed my plans as I am now in a relationship with a girl from my host university, and have applied to return there for my post-graduate degree."

Kansas State University
Past Review Barcelona API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"My study abroad experience was very worthwhile. Being in a foreign country with a different language really puts you outside your comfort zone and makes you more independent and confident. "

University of Southern Maine
Past Review Studying In Florence Was An Experience Of A Lifetime API (Academic Programs International): Florence - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

"My experience was definitely worth while. I learned so much and became a better person. I will never forget my time abroad."

University of Hartford
Past Review Granada Amazing Abroad Experience API (Academic Programs International): Granada - Universidad de Granada

"It was more than worthwhile. I improved my Spanish skills drastically, but also learned a lot about another culture from first-hand experience, and in the process, learned a lot about my own culture and stand-points on issues in the world. I grew as a person and was able to create friendships that will last a lifetime. "

Western Washington University
Past Review Barcelona Was The Best Thing To Ever Happen To Me! API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"I learned more about myself and the world than I ever thought was possible"

Western Washington University
Past Review La Vida Es Buena!: Argentina, Take Me Back! API (Academic Programs International): Buenos Aires - Universidad de Belgrano

"YES. I can't even put into words how much I have gained from the experience. I have done things, seen things, and learned things that I never thought I would. I have grown so much."

University of Hartford
Past Review Florence Taught Me To Be Me. API (Academic Programs International): Florence - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

"It was absolutely worthwhile! It was honestly the best experience of my life, thus far! I wish I could do it over again 10 more times, and hopefully I will have the opportunity to go abroad again, now that one of my favorite things to do is travel!"

University of Hartford
Past Review Api Paris: The Best Kind Of Paris API (Academic Programs International): Paris- Cours De Civilisation Francaise De La Sorbonne

"Studying abroad helped me to be a more globally aware, compassionate world citizen. My level of French increased drastically and my understanding of French culture increased as well. There are no words to describe the journey of Study Abroad! It is simply something you must explore on your own. It will change your life for the b..."

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Past Review Would Love To Go Back API (Academic Programs International): London - University of Westminster

"This experience has made me want to live in London for a fair amount of time."

DePaul University
Past Review Amaze Yourself In Barcelona API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"Studying in Barcelona was the most rewarding semester of college and one of my best life experiences to date."

University of New Hampshire
Past Review Grenoble, France: A Beautiful Semester Abroad API (Academic Programs International): Grenoble - Université des Alpes

"I gained a better understanding of myself from study abroad. I gained confidence in my language abilities, but more importantly I understood that I could do anything. I didn't need to be pigeon-holed into one group of friends. I discovered I truly love traveling, I love to walk everywhere, and I appreciate a good bread. Study ab..."

Salisbury University
Past Review Time Of My Life In Barcelona API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"My abroad experience completely changed my cultural awareness and really brought me out of my mindsest. "

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Past Review A Semester In Seville With Api: The Greatest 5 Months Of My Life API (Academic Programs International): Seville - Universidad de Sevilla

"I learned that I was more independent that I thought, how to be resourceful, gained courage and confidence in myself, and improved my ability to speak and understand Spanish, my number one goal. I furthermore learned how deep my passion for Spanish truly is and have realized that I want to work abroad or work in the study abroad..."

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Past Review Argentina: The Road Less Traveled (In A Good Way!) API (Academic Programs International): Buenos Aires - Universidad de Belgrano

"It would be impossible to articulate all the ways studying abroad changed me in just a few words (in fact, I’m probably not even aware of many of the ways I’ve changed!). That being said, I think the broadening of my horizons/perspective shift I experienced is the change I’ve been most conscious of. The mixture of seeing a comp..."

Bryant University
Past Review Studying Abroad In Florence, Italy.. An Experience I'll Never Forget. API (Academic Programs International): Florence - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

"This could take me days to answer... If I haven't explained myself already, OF COURSE my experience abroad was worthwhile. "

University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse
Past Review Grenoble: A Life Changing Cultural Immersion API (Academic Programs International): Grenoble - Université des Alpes

"Study abroad has already had an immense impact on my life. It's created an immense desire to travel the world and learn about other cultures. The experience has also helped me land two internships and has changed my career goals to do something more internationally based."

Stonehill College
Past Review France: An Opportunity I'm Glad I Took Advantage Of API (Academic Programs International): Paris- Cours De Civilisation Francaise De La Sorbonne

"My study abroad experience was worthwhile, without a doubt. The experience changed my entire perspective on American culture. Things that I had previously regarded as fixed realities have since been challenged, and I have left with a greater appreciation and critique of American culture. My experience hasn't necessarily changed ..."

University of Rhode Island
Past Review Florence, Italy: Better Than I Ever Expected...Paradise API (Academic Programs International): Florence - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

"I learned a lot about myself and the kind of goals and directions I want to go in life. I am now looking to teach abroad in either international schools or mission-oriented schools. I absolutely love learning new cultures and cannot wait to go for it."

Grove City College
Past Review Best Decision Of My College Career API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"It was the best decision of my college career and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I gave it five stars because it was that great, and now I'm actually getting prepared to teach English abroad in the coming months. I loved it and I will be a lifelong traveler. "

Texas A&M - Baylor College of Dentistry
Past Review Api Made My Experience Much Better API (Academic Programs International): Seville - Universidad de Sevilla

"The experience that API provided me has encouraged me to try to go abroad again. I plan on teaching in the region in the near future. Not only has the experience raised my level of spanish, I now understand the European culture much better."

Pacific University
Past Review Barcelona: Experience Of A Lifetime! API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat de Barcelona

"My study abroad experience was life changing. I learned so much about the world, about what I wanted to do and most importantly, about myself. I honestly think that studying abroad makes you a better person because you have the opportunity to see, experience, and do so many new things that most people don't have the chance to. I..."

Texas State University-San Marcos
Past Review I Wish I Could Have Stayed In Barcelona! API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

"Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. I would do it all over again without a doubt!!"

Texas State University-San Marcos
Past Review Poland API (Academic Programs International): Krakow - Jagiellonian University

"Non-academically: absolutely. "

Wellesley College