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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Northwestern University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Northwestern 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."Dorm life was fantastic for me - that’s how I met the most germans and my roommates were very welcoming. All in all a fantastic experience."
A student Northwestern University
"During that time, I learned a great deal about Moroccan culture, history and politics, but also about self reliance, overcoming challenges and confronting others. We had the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of members of Moroccan civil society and academia. We were also able to explore and get to know the diverse geo..."
Matthew C Northwestern University
"Just living in a culture that's so vastly different from American culture changes the way you look at the world. The lifestyle becomes a part of you, and you'll find yourself getting angry at the news for portraying the Muslim world in such a simplistic and usually inaccurate way. Learning to understand perspectives that in many..."
A student Northwestern University
"I learned how to be on my own, be confident in myself, and figure everything else out as it came along. "
A student Northwestern University
"Absolutely worthwhile, learn a lot about yourself and gain confidence in your independence"
Sara J Northwestern University
"Prague is absolutely amazing! If you study abroad anywhere, do it in Prague; zero percent chance you will regret it. CEA has great staff, facilities, a good size of students, and gives you the freedom to do what you want but support is always there when you need it. Cannot recommend this program strongly enough!"
Victor L Northwestern University
"Extremely worthwhile. Australia, and Sydney especially, was absolutely amazing. It was gorgeous, everyone was so nice, and it really made me appreciate the fact that we should be embracing cooperation and treating everyone fairly."
A student Northwestern University
"I gained a love and appreciation for the people and culture of Ghana. I learned an abundance of drumming, dances and songs to keep me filled for a lifetime. I reawakened the feeling of truly being an inexperienced student and the joy of diligent work to succeed and honor a beautiful culture. If you value exuberance for life, ..."
Christine H Northwestern University
"IES Abroad Nantes is an amazing program! Specifically, the host families and the program/university classes are two things I will highlight that were a huge part of everyone's day-to-day experiences. The host families are your home base: they really do welcome you in with open arms (which is rather difficult when you think about..."
A student Northwestern University
"I learned a ton about other cultures. I traveled quite a bit and expanded by knowledge and appreciation of Europe. "
Taylor L Northwestern University
"It was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile. Like I said, it was the best three months of my life. I learned about the world, about a different culture, and a different way of life. I grew as an adult, learned so much about myself and people, and the world."
sydney.lindsey2 Northwestern University
"My Spanish improved immensely in such a short amount of time, and my subject classes were great as well. The film class in particular was an interesting insight into Spanish culture and 20th century history. Apart from the academic aspect, the program trips were a great way to see far-flung parts of Spain and meet locals. Finall..."
Matt V Northwestern University
"I can't even describe how much I learned, both academically and about myself. The experience was so eye-opening, in a good way, and was definitely something I would do again if I could."
A student Northwestern University
"It was completely worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and the culture and could totally see myself now living in a european city. "
Alyssa G Northwestern University
"In Amsterdam, I was enrolled as a jazz trumpet student at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. This is truly a great school to study your interests in the area of jazz and explore new styles and tastes. My course schedule allowed me plenty of time for practice (big practice rooms), attending jam sessions, and some more tourist-y ac..."
Stephen G Northwestern University
"I specifically chose this program because of its focus on language immersion and I got just that. All classes were taught in German and the professors presented material effectively and were willing to help if someone was confused. My German improved dramatically and I made local German friends. This experience was definitely ..."
A student Northwestern University
"I learned a LOT. The program was an intense experience, especially since it was my first time abroad. China has a completely different culture, and it was something I had never experienced before. My Chinese level skyrocketed and the entire trip was 100% worthwhile. I got to visit beautiful cities, meet interesting people, and g..."
Agata N Northwestern University
"This was probably the one of the best decisions I've made about how to spend my summer. I've always wanted to visit France and learn the culture by living there and this was my dream come true. My host family was awesome. I lived with a mom with two children. She was extremely nice and spoke slowly to me at first so that I ca..."
A student Northwestern University
"Confidence. Friends who understand the exact struggles and fun you went through. Study abroad is such a unique experience that you'll really appreciate for a long time."
J K Northwestern University
"Studying abroad was an absolutely incredible experience! Every moment was worthwhile! I learned so much about what I am capable of, about the world, about being open-minded, about talking and learning from every person you meet, and about living life as an adventure! I saw every day abroad as a new adventure, with new things to ..."
A student Northwestern University
"IES Abroad Vienna’s Music program was an AMAZING experience! There is no city in the world that has classical music like Vienna: concerts and operas every night with the best performers in the world, along with student tickets and cheap standing room tickets!! The music classes offered at the center (which is in a palace!!!) wer..."
Marie E Northwestern University
"Going abroad with IES was the single best decision I could ever make for my summer plans. Words cannot express how much I loved this program, and I recommend it to anyone seeking an enriching, fun, and cultural experience living and studying abroad in France."
Alain S Northwestern University
"Six weeks in Arles went by so quickly. Somehow from the first time my host Mom kissed my cheek to the last morning I left, when everyone cried, it felt like a night’s dream. Arles was full of wonder – from the historic townscape strewn with Roman monuments to the friendly, welcoming local community to the traditional cultural..."
vanessa.gao1 Northwestern University
"My language skills improved ten-fold. I feel completely comfortable conversing with people in French. I made amazing friends and met some great academic mentors. Nantes feels lil a home away from home. "
Jack F Northwestern University
"I learned so much about French culture by being in a less touristy city like Nantes. This program is beyond worthwhile. I was so impressed by how much my French improved through this cultural immersion."
Katie N Northwestern University
