Grand Valley State University
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Grand Valley State University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Grand Valley State University student, please check with the Study Abroad Office for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information
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No important dates configured."I learned to be more flexible, and to be more aware of my surroundings. It was worthwhile once I found a community here that I grew close to and could ease the difficulty of being away from my family and friends at home. "
Karlye Z Grand Valley State University
"I have been many places overseas. I started traveling in high school with my choirs or on missions projects with my church. I thought I was prepared to go into a different culture and confident that it wouldn't change me too much. On the contrary, I was changed and continued to change afterwards as I mulled over everything I lea..."
Bethany B Grand Valley State University
"My experienced abroad has changed my interests to think on a global scale for my photography business and think bigger. A lot of the friendships I've made overseas I consider close friends. I travel even more for my photography business to NYC, Chicago, and LA. I was even able to travel back to Rome, Italy in Oct 2010 for a few..."
Matt L Grand Valley State University
"My experience was so worthwhile! I have a better understanding of the Irish culture and I found a place that I am in love with. I plan on going back sometime and would eventually love to live in Ireland "
Mariah B Grand Valley State University
"Very worthwile. Horizons expanded from previous state. I will be continuing graduate study in the French language and would like to return to the South-East region of France to continue research. "
Mary B Grand Valley State University
"YES!"
Monica A Grand Valley State University
"From the moment I arrived in Spain I felt so much more aware. I have learned to pay attention to world events and only want to experience more. The semester abroad definitely helped me grow up in so many ways. Now that I am actually back on a campus I feel like everything is so structured and I miss the freedom of Europe."
Emily I Grand Valley State University
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Jacqueline R Grand Valley State University
"Study abroad in Athens was a life changing experience! I made many friends, American and Greek. I loved it so much I plan to go back next summer!!"
Jenny H Grand Valley State University
"I really became fluent in Spanish while I was there, and and it made me more willing to try new things and go out of my comfort zone"
Alissa D Grand Valley State University
"If you are even considering Prague, GO. I almost went to other, more "traditional" study abroad places, but now that I have been to those other places while studying in Prague, they honestly pale in comparison. Prague has such a different feel and look, but it's an amazing one- I felt like I was living a fairytale. If you're loo..."
Amanda J Grand Valley State University
"Costa Rica expanded my knowledge of the world around me by showing me how others live. I was able to improve my Spanish-speaking skills, along with make some wonderful friends. I had the opportunity to serve others while enjoying every minute of paradise!"
Sarah W Grand Valley State University
"I would definitely recommend this program to anyone interested in Studying Abroad. "
Krista K Grand Valley State University
"100% worthwhile! I loved every minute of my time there. I plan to be back there in less than a year (after graduation)!"
Kelli D Grand Valley State University
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I not only enhanced my Spanish language skills, but I learned so much about other people, the Spanish and Barcelona/Catalan culture, and expanded my horizons and really got out of my comfort zone. My main academic focus at school did not change, but my passion for the Spanish..."
Allison E Grand Valley State University
"My study abroad experience was worthwhile. I learned about the people and culture of London and I felt that I grew as a person. I feel more independent and outgoing because of my trip, I feel like I can take on anything."
Jamie M Grand Valley State University
