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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Purdue University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Purdue University student, please check with the Office of Global Partnerships and 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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A student Purdue University
"I learned so many life lessons through the UK Today program and have found a better sense of who I am as a person. Both of the classes I took met in specific locations in the city, such as the National Portrait Gallery or the Royal Naval College in Greenwich, and required lots of walking and picture taking (two things I throughl..."
A student Purdue University
"I learned so much about the Australian culture, about working in a corporate environment, and about myself. After seeing how much personal growth I had gotten out of my study abroad experience, I'd say it was worth the cost ten fold. I would do it all over again in a heart beat."
Rachel R Purdue University
"It was definitely worthwhile because of all of the traveling that I was able to do. That is one thing that Milan is good for, they have three airports so it was very easy to get to places I wanted to go to. I have learned a lot about other cultures and was able to meet a lot of really cool people. But, I do not attribute any of ..."
Ellen A Purdue University
"Absolutely it was worthwhile. And I don't think I can say that what it did for me will also happen to you. Like any learning experience, it depends on the student and how much they are willing to put into it. I can say that whatever you do, you will learn a lot about yourself and to me that's invaluable. "
Caitlin J Purdue University
"I learned a lot about myself and my personality. One thing I discovered is that no matter how different someone might seem to you when you first meet them, you can have a lot of things in common with them. Some of my closest friends while abroad were people I probably would not have approached back home."
A student Purdue University
"I learned about living in a global world and the lifestyle of another country. It was probably the best decision I have ever made."
A student Purdue University
"While I was in Sydney I completed a 140 hour internship with Bradfield Bentley Pty Ltd. I not only developed a lot in my personal life, but also in my professional life. I learned how to adapt to a new environment and culture and still be able to provide a practical view on the industry. My time spent in Sydney was also occupied..."
Britney P Purdue University
"If I could describe my experience in Sydney in 3 words, those words would be Informative, relaxing, fun, insightful, lovely, awesome…Ok I know that was definitely more than 3 words but it’s just sooo hard to put a limit to the description of my Journey. Coming to Sydney I was more focused on gaining experience in the workplace t..."
A student Purdue University
"I learned how to embrace a new culture other than the American culture. I gained experience working in a real estate office in a different country and compare and contrast work life."
Colt I Purdue University
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I have my complaints, of course, but I think the program's flaws are just part of it's nature. My biggest thing is that there is literally no unstructured time. Definitely travel after. Then you get the best of both worlds."
A student Purdue University
"I think the what was most notably gained from my experience was what life is like in a major city. I am from a small suburb and Purdue is bordering on being rural so to experience life in an urban environment was huge for me. I also think everything I learned about life in the city will be useful after graduation because I will ..."
William P Purdue University
"I learned how to be accepting to people and how to basically be a world traveler, not to mention learning an entirely new language."
Mark A Purdue University
"Travel know-how, survival/ cultural adaptive skills, money-saving skills"
Wanyoung K Purdue University
"I saw great and new aspects of family life and a social norm unlike the typical suburban culture found in america. I have always loved to travel and I admit studying abroad was a great excuse for me to visit over 7 new countries and locations. This summer I will be applying to mostly interships out of the country. "
Bret K Purdue University
"My eyes have opened up to the opportunites that the rest of the world can offer you. "
Julia F Purdue University
"I am a much more openminded person after my experience abroad. I now understand where international students are coming from when they come to my school. I also feel like I can tackle anything since I lived in a foreign country which speaks a different language. I'm also less judgemental toward other people in general because..."
Ashley A Purdue University
"I have gained the best of friends and had the best time. I had the opportunity to teach students while I was there, and ever since I have wanted to teach abroad again...it was such a rewarding experience. It is such a wonderful city."
Tia F Purdue University
"Study abroad helped me learn more about myself and the world in 5 months than I had in 20 years. I am more aware of cultural sensitivities and mores as well as what I am capable of doing on my own since studying abroad."
Gus B Purdue University
"I loved my time with IES-Dublin so much! I learned so much about myself during my time abroad! I know now where I want to focus with my future career path because of my internship experience. I also know that I MUST get back to Ireland as soon as possible! I loved it so much, and it felt like home! As soon as I get enough money ..."
Mindy S Purdue University
"University of New South Wales: Feb-June 2011 Home University: Purdue University, West Lafayette Major: Civil Engineering, Structural Emphasis When I first came to Purdue as a freshman, I had never even considered studying abroad. I grew up in Mentor, Ohio my whole life and then came to Purdue but had never been out of the..."
Elizabeth S Purdue University
"I made so many life long friends and enjoyed many invaluable experiences. It is truly an eye-opening opportunity!"
Andrew L Purdue University
"What I liked most about CIMBA was that it is in a small, quaint Italian town where you get to experience authentic Italian life. It isn't a tourist area, and therefore was a very honest experience. We had 2 9-day travel breaks and 2 long weekends, allowing over 30 days of travel. I went to 32 different cities, 6 countries, and s..."
Stephanie G Purdue University
"My experience was more than just worthwhile, it is part of what defines who I am today. The lessons I learned from being on my own 18000 miles away from home for 6 months are invaluable. I matured tenfold as a person and learned how to interact with people from all over the world, whether it be Malaysia, Europe, Africa, Australi..."
Karl R Purdue University
"Studying abroad with The Education Abroad Network was beyond words. Not only did the staff of this program ensure the everything I could think of and more was right at my fingertips, but they were essentially the vessel that helped me grow and change to become the person I am now, just through studying abroad. It may sound sil..."
Brittney T Purdue University
