Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Penn State student, please check with the Office of Global 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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No important dates configured."It is a great experience not only for your professional career to experience a different culture, but also a great personal experience. It makes you understand and value what you have, while also respecting what others have and how they live. With the way the world is getting smaller and smaller, it is important to know how to i..."
Shane M Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"I learned much about myself as I learned to adapt to a different culture - I loved being there - it was definitely the best experience of my life"
Deborah H Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Of course! My experience was rewarding in the sense that I gained independence, I learned how to be resourceful, and I increased my communication skills."
Danielle C Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"I gained so much, learned about a foreign culture. Practiced my speaking skills. Was able to see an island I never even knew about. It made me see the world differently and realize I could possible live somewhere else besides the US. "
Philip W Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Besides gaining near fluency in the German language, I made friends that I will have for the rest of my life. It is nearly impossible to explain all the ways studying abroad impacted me, but I have realized all of the different opportunities waiting out in the world for me. Because of studying abroad I am now interested in att..."
Kaitlyn L Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"absolutely. I made my best memories and I learned perfect French. It was cheaper than many study abroad programs (although still expensive for me)"
Monica H Pennsylvania State University - University Park
" I had studied Japanese for years, starting in Junior High School. I had always wanted to visit Japan and it took 6 years to finally do so. It may just be me, but I was familiar enough with the culture, food, etc, that I didn't really go through the culture shock. In fact, the more I learned and experienced the life there, the m..."
Daniel W Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"This was an amazing experience. Nothing will beat going out and completely mixing with another culture. This was especially good for me being in a major that is based on cultures. "
Fawnn S Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Going to Paris has always been a dream of mine and having the opportunity to do it was incredible. I had the most amazing experience and I wouldn't change a thing. All of the activities planned (cooking class, trips to museums, scavenger hunts etc.) were well thought out and really helped get us involved with the French culture."
Rachel C Pennsylvania State University - University Park
