4.4 - 1072 Reviews

Arcadia

https://studyabroad.arcadia.edu/

Arcadia is a program provider offering 82 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, and Research abroad programs in 7 countries such as The United Kingdom, Italy, New Zealand, and Spain.

With so many study abroad programs and options to choose from, what are you waiting for?

Begin your study abroad adventure today with Arcadia Abroad, a premier program provider with over 70 years of international experience and 90 programs on offer. From innovative internships and research-focused opportunities, to Arcadia Center-based and direct enroll options, for semester, summer and year, Arcadia offers customized study opportunities in person and online.

We’re honored to work with a diverse population of students from a wide range of colleges and universities – students just like you. While prioritizing comprehensive student services, financial aid advice and scholarships, an intensive commitment to pre-departure and on-site guidance, and health and safety support, Arcadia is the smart choice in today’s changing international landscape. Check out our offerings, reach out to us for a personalized consultation, and fill out our easy, no-fee application!

Study Abroad with Arcadia

OVERALL RATING 4.4
Based on 1072 Reviews
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November 27, 2025
Past Review Life Changing Experience Arcadia: Edinburgh - Scottish Parliamentary Program

"Studying abroad has shown my how limited my view of the world was. I have always been passionate about international studies and considered myself to be quite "worldly", but it turns out that you can't truly appreciate the world until you have lived in other parts of it. This is a lesson that I will carry with me throughout both..."

Rhodes College
Past Review Hardest And Most Rewarding Thing I've Ever Done Arcadia: London - London Internship Program

"Incredibly worthwhile, I now know that I can make it in a foreign country on my own and can rise to work challenges. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Best Experience Ever Arcadia: London - King's College London

"it was extremely worthwhile. I learned so much about british culture and fell in love with the people. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Peak Of My Life Arcadia: Sydney - University of New South Wales

"I learned how to have fun and enjoy life. It taught me more about myself as a person than I could have ever learned at Middlebury College. The experience allowed me to step out of the stressful American lifestyle and into a fun, life-loving Australian paradise."

Middlebury College
Past Review Learning, Growing, And Adjusting Arcadia: Aberdeen - University of Aberdeen

"I gained a new perspective about different styles of education and living and was able to increase my sense of independence."

Trinity University
Past Review My Experience In Australia Was Very Exciting! Arcadia: Queensland - Griffith University

"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and grew emotionally. I learned that I love the excitement and unknown experience studying abroad brings and expect to travel more"

Trinity University
Past Review A Fantastic Place To Spend A Semester! Arcadia: Galway - National University of Ireland, Galway

"I valued the opportunity to see a different culture and a different educational system from my own as well as the opportunity to travel throughout Europe on a budget."

Barnard College
Past Review Challenging But Rewarding. Arcadia: London - Arcadia in London

"I gained a great sense of independence and I matured a lot. "

Middlebury College
Past Review An Unforgetable Journey To Middle Earth! Arcadia: Wellington - Victoria University of Wellington

"I can't really explain the multitude of experiences I gained while abroad, but I can say that I have changed greatly since coming back. While abroad I was exposed to new ideas, I met amazing people from around the world with different perspectives that challenged, yet enlightened me! Also, I finally had the chance to live in a f..."

Arcadia University
Past Review Historical Arcadia: ISI Perugia - The Umbra Institute

"A lot of knowledge of the things I'm passionate about and real life experience. Definitely worthwhile."

Gustavus Adolphus College
Past Review Easy School Not A Great Group Of People Though Arcadia: Florence - Accademia Italiana Florence

"I loved being abroad. Arcadia was helpful. Traveling made everything beyond worth it"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Visit The Pomegranate Arcadia: Granada - Arcadia in Granada

"I learned about Spanish culture. It was worthwhile but I wonder if my time would have been better spent by either complete immersion or course more directly applicable to my major."

Rice University
Past Review Resident Tourist Arcadia: London - Arcadia in London Summer

"I learned how to adapt to a new environment and put myself out in a group of totally new people, just the push I needed going into the next stage of life."

University of Iowa
Past Review Great Program For Art/Theater Students. Arcadia: Edinburgh - Scottish Universities International Summer School

"I gained a job offer directly from this program. So that was worthwhile. But it was a lot of work, during the Fringe expect to work almost everyday and almost over 8 hours a day."

Arcadia University
Past Review Many Unexpected Details Arcadia: Glasgow - University of Glasgow

"I learned to be more independent, more careful with budgets, how to get used to a new environment faster, how to travel more efficiently, gained more recipes, met people from all over the world and made many international friends."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Best Experience Throughout My College Career! Arcadia: Edinburgh - Scottish History

"I gained a new sense of independence. I never knew I could feel at home somewhere thousands of miles away from my actual home but it happened because I had an open heart and mind to what a new place with new and great people would teach me."

LaSalle University
Past Review This Is A Great Program For Motivated First Year Students. Arcadia: Stirling - University of Stirling

"I learned more about living on my own, since it was only my second semester away from home. I also learned more about working with new people as well as how to direct a show as well as the basics of stage managing."

Arcadia University
Past Review Late Night Adventures Arcadia: Sydney - Macquarie University

"How to work the subway in Sydney and get around the city, and that you don't always need a phone to get around, but to trust your instinct. An important life lesson for anyone"

Trinity University
Past Review Best 6 Months Of My Life Arcadia: Wellington - Victoria University of Wellington

"I matured a lot. I didn't use my parents as a crutch. I was an individual."

Trinity University
Past Review Ciao Ciao Arcadia: ISI Perugia - The Umbra Institute

"I felt very self assured and confident taking care of myself in another country. It was definitely worthwhile! I wish I went through an art program though, because I really value studio time and not having access to one 24/7 was a change of pace for me. "

Trinity University
Past Review It Was Good Arcadia: London - Queen Mary University of London

"I thought it was worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review A Bit Of A Disappointment Arcadia: London - London Internship Program

"For my major, I think it would have been better for me to go straight into the LCF study abroad program than through Arcadia. I have to take a class that I didn't need and I only used Arcadia for the internship which I could have done myself."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Awesome Arcadia: London - King's College London

"I got to learn more about the UK and its culture. Had a awesome academic experience as well."

Brandeis University
Past Review Edinburgh Was Incredible Would Recommend To All! Arcadia: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"This experience was definitely worthwhile! I gained new experiences and wonderful friends!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Experience Arcadia: London - King's College London

"gained a lot of friends"

Brandeis University