Ohio State University - Columbus
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Ohio State University - Columbus. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are an Ohio State University student, please check with the Office of International Affairs 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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Anna L Ohio State University - Columbus
"I absolutely fell in love with Sorrento and everything it had to offer. Coming for the spring semester allowed me to create real friendships with locals because there were no tourists and I could travel on the weekends without missing anything. As it got hotter and classes ended it was the best time and leaving after the semeste..."
A K Ohio State University - Columbus
"I gained lifelong connections, a better understanding of France and the greater world, my language skills improved, I participated in a teaching internship, and I was able to travel to different French cities all the while. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Shanna Harvey Ohio State University - Columbus
"I improved my Spanish skills, learned fun new slang, and also learned so much about Mexican history and culture. It was definitely worthwhile and I can't wait to go back!"
Emily Panzero Ohio State University - Columbus
"Huge self-confidence boost Absolutely worthwhile. 100% recommended"
Alex Powell Ohio State University - Columbus
"I really improved my language skills while I was there and it was definitely worthwhile. "
Rachel Ohio State University - Columbus
"I was opened up to new people, culture, landscape, food, and way of life and by the end I wanted to stay forever."
Lisa Gertie Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned more about myself, my passions, and my capabilities in these short 5 months than I have in my entire life. Being on your own in a new country not only helps you develop a new outlook on life, but also gives you a new sense of confidence that you may not have known that you had."
Molly McEwan Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned how to interact with students from different cultures. I learned that I can explore new places that I've never been to before."
A student Ohio State University - Columbus
"I gained a wealth of knowledge about the complexities of issues Peru is currently facing. I gained a deeper knowledge of Peruvian history itself, and I gained about 10 great friends. It was most certainly worthwhile. "
Anna K Ohio State University - Columbus
"Everywhere is different and adapting is the most important part about being a global citizen. "
Caleb B Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned to be more observant, more patient, and more accepting. Yes, it was definitely a worthwhile experience. Even if at times it could be challenging, those are the moments when you learn and grow the most. "
Hannah H Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned a lot from inside the classroom, but I learned even more from the course-related excursions I attended, which allowed me to see more areas and neighborhoods of the city than I would have seen on my own. My French language and comprehension skills were challenged daily, as I communicated with my host family, my profess..."
A student Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned so much more about cross cultural communication, Europe in general, and a bit about myself than I ever expected. It was worth every penny. "
Justine F Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned a lot about how to be an independent traveler abroad. The trip was what you made it and if you were independent and made your own plans, you had a lot of fun. If you didn't know how to travel and make plans, you would sit in your room. There were students that did not see a lot on the trip because they didn't know how ..."
A student Ohio State University - Columbus
"Besides getting a lot better at French, I feel much more confident in general after studying abroad, and have really grown to love traveling."
Conrad A Ohio State University - Columbus
"That I love to travel, that I love Spain, and that I want to move to Spain. "
adam.young.7165 Ohio State University - Columbus
"It was so worthwhile. I learned so much about cultures in different countries, I lived the Italian lifestyle and it was pure bliss. "
Sammi D Ohio State University - Columbus
"It was absolutely awesome. I would recommend it to anyone."
Adam Y Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned to reach out of my comfort zone! Because I didn't know Italian going into the program, it was definitely difficult communicating with the locals, even at the grocery store. I like to tell people that I became really good at miming while abroad. It was definitely a worthwhile experience though!"
Stephanie J Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned learned a lot about Omani history and culture, gained tremendous insight into life in the Gulf, and experienced a great improvement in my command over the Arabic language. One of my favorite aspects of the program was the opportunity to explore a country off the beaten path."
A student Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned more about myself than I thought possible. I changed my career path. I came into my own. I fell in love with the world all over again."
A student Ohio State University - Columbus
"I gained a lot of new friends and new knowledge. I made friends from 3 other US states, Tunisia, and the UK. These are people I will stay in touch with, too. I learned a lot of Arabic, and through talking to people, broke out of my comfort zone and became a more confident person in general."
Regina B Ohio State University - Columbus
"I gained a great deal of understanding how an architecture firm works. I learned a lot about the field of study that I am going into. I also got an understanding of different cultures and that really impacted my decision making for my future plans after graduation. "
Luke S Ohio State University - Columbus
"Yes it was the most amazing time I have ever had."
Judy G Ohio State University - Columbus
