Loyola University Chicago
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Loyola University Chicago. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Loyola University Chicago student, please check with the Office for International Programs 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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Grace Molloy Loyola University Chicago
"Yes, experience and memories of a lifetime. Growth is incomparable "
Rabia Farishta Loyola University Chicago
"It was so worthwhile! I learned a lot about the place and gained a valuable perspective about the country and the region. "
Fiona Hanley Loyola University Chicago
"It was worthwhile. I made some lasting connections and learned a lot about a world that isn't always talked about. "
A student Loyola University Chicago
"Honestly, so many things. I have met people that I would have never met otherwise, American and Vietnamese alike, creating possible connections for the future. I learned so many interesting things that if I hadn't been in the country, might have been almost impossible to be able to learn. The main thing is the memories that I w..."
Nina Sakiri Loyola University Chicago
"I gain knowledge of other cultures work practices and customs as well as a love for the food and people."
A student Loyola University Chicago
"It was extremely worthwhile!!! I learned so much not just academically but personally about myself and as cheesy as it sounds I definitely came back changed in all good ways!"
Mariana Weiss Loyola University Chicago
"Professors and administrators encouraged students to push the limits of our comfort zones in terms of language barriers. As a result, I experienced rapid growth in my understanding of French language and culture. We had a couple locals that were our tour guides who showed us around the city, introducing us to their favorites spo..."
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I learned about a place I've never been to before. I also learned skills in the film that I took back to my university. "
Veronica Rusk Loyola University Chicago
"My semester in Granada was absolutely worthwhile. My tuition covered four incredible trips to other Andalucian cities with all of the other IES students and faculty, as well as an optional excursion (although I highly HIGHLY recommend going) to Morocco. Throughout my time in Granada, I stayed with a phenomenal host family and g..."
Meredith Hawley Loyola University Chicago
"While in Rome, I dove headfirst into many exciting opportunities: interning at an Italian film company, coaching as a co-captain in the JFRC soccer league, writing a travel blog, giving the Student Reflection Speech at the End of Semester Banquet…and travelling throughout Europe!"
Daryn Robinson Loyola University Chicago
"I learned a lot about cultural immersion and how to properly research in other countries. The connections with the locals will still have the most lasting impact above everything else. "
A student Loyola University Chicago
"Language skills, adaptability, travelling skills, you name it. So worthwhile."
Anthony Terenzio Loyola University Chicago
"I connected more with my Chinese culture and got to see the world from a different, but still good, side."
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I gained the experience of being out of my comfort zone, learning about different cultures, budgeting, traveling... A lot of things."
Almudena Rincon Loyola University Chicago
"I loved Vienna! It is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve been in. Vienna offers you everything a big city has with a small-town vibe. There was something happening almost every night whether it be an opera, a jazz bar showcase, or a ball. The music program was amazing. All the music staff I interacted with were performing in ..."
A student Loyola University Chicago
"TOTALY WORTHWHILE"
Larissa Sales Loyola University Chicago
"Capacity of doing a critical reflection about a Chinese reality based on a book and a critical reflection of a book based on my personal experience of China."
Miguel Melo Loyola University Chicago
"Before I came to Beijing, I was a relatively shy person. But because most people in the city spoke only Mandarin, I was forced to be daring and communicative just to get through the day. In this way, it made me a stronger person. My experience in Beijing also helped to spark a love for travel, and at this point I've visited 18 c..."
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I wrote an article for the New York Times. I think this past semester was my peak."
Stephanie Wong Loyola University Chicago
"I learned that I really enjoyed China. Yes. "
Brenna Michel Loyola University Chicago
"I learned a lot about French culture, and I gained an incredible amount of independence and inspiration. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I learned so much while I was abroad. I learned about myself, about the world, about South African culture, history, and the people. Everything was worthwhile. I would do and experience it all over again and a thousand times."
Ellen Davies Loyola University Chicago
"I gained much more comfort in my French abilities and it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I learned independence, adaptability, and how to be Parisian! It was the most worthwhile thing I have ever done"
Cassidy Basinski Loyola University Chicago
