University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Arkansas. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. We also hope that these first-hand accounts of education abroad from previous students at your institution will help you understand what to expect from study abroad and help you set your expectations. If you are a University of Arkansas 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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During the Fall and Spring semesters we host weekly "Hogs Abroad 101" sessions for students interested in studying abroad. Check out our website for more details: http://studyabroad.uark.edu/
"I learned so much about myself in just a month. I tried new things, broke out of my shell to do things alone, kept an open mind and so much more. I had read that after studying abroad you can change and I did not think it was possible for the 1 month I was there. I was wrong though. I came back with a new outlook on life for..."
Samantha J University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I really, really gained confidence in speaking Italian, which was my whole goal going into the program. So it was definitely worthwhile :)"
Elizabeth B University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned how internationally aware citizens from the UK are versus American citizens' knowledge of worldwide affairs, and I learned how to navigate around unfamiliar cities really well. "
Cali E University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was was a wonderful opportunity that I am glad I took. I gained an international perspective of what more there is outside of the United States. I also got a glimpse into what veterinary school would be like as well as specialties in the veterinary medical field. "
Ashley S University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I gained language fluency, cultural knowledge, wonderful friends, and a world perspective."
Peter H University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"My spanish skills improved a lot, I learned a little about business and history, I travelled and met a lot of interesting people, it was absolutely worthwhile."
markrhaney University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned that I definitely enjoy research more than veterinary surgery. The program was worthwhile because it gave me the experience needed to decide what I want to do with my future."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned that I am entirely capable of experiencing a foreign country on my own. This trip has taught me to be incredibly independent, which I am so thankful for. As for education: I learned all basic gardening skills but, I know now I don't want to pursue a career in gardening. I'd prefer a career as a researcher."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned a lot about French language aand culture. I also learned that I do not enjoy long-term travel, so will likely not be participating in a similar program in the future. Overall I think it was good that I went, and that it was worthwhile."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Our day to day life during the four weeks was different everyday. We would spend some mornings in the field or in the classroom; this was different almost every week. All of the field trips were very educational and a lot of fun. We learned about different types of habitats in Scotland and learned how to properly manage them. We..."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"lots of ecology skills, plus how to sing karaoke and play rugby"
Liston B University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"This program was very worthwhile. I learned a lot about different ecosystems and habitat management techniques. Though these were mostly specific to the UK, many aspects are transferable to the States. "
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned so much about France and their culture, and I improved and became a lot more confident speaking French. It was so worthwhile! I also got to learn so much about myself, and I fell in love with traveling even more than I had before. It definitely made me more confident and independent, and helped me figure out what I wan..."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned the differences in-between cultures (attitudes, beliefs, values y etc.), how to survive in another language and the beauty of the world/unknown. "
Dustin D University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I have a completely new perspective on the world now. I learned how to be open minded. Being abroad has taught me to be more accepting of people that are different from myself, and how to learn from them. It was absolutely the best four months of my life. "
Kat M University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Saw tons of new birds, had awesome experiences that challenged my ideas and beliefs about the world."
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned that there is an adventure in every opportunity. No matter the situation, there is always good things waiting for you. It was amazing to be in another country, experience a completely different culture and living like a local. It changed my life in so many unexpected ways. "
Jaclyn A University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned so much about Arab culture having known nothing before coming here."
Alex M University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned so much about the Spanish culture and I learned how to live in a completely different environment. It was worthwhile "
Kathryn F University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"A lifetime of memories, friends, and language experience. Yes it was worthwhile"
A student University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
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Kendra P University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Too many things. It was incredibly worthwhile."
Andrew B University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Definitely worthwhile! I gained a lot of understanding and patience and I learned more than I could ever begin to write in this tiny box."
Rachel K University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned that although the world is large we are all still people and so we like the same things...just in another language. Eberyone want to be happy. Everyone want the attention of the opposite sex. Everyone likes good food. The trip opened my eyes to the world. But most importantly, This was the first opportunity I have ever..."
Darren W University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was completely worthwhile. I realized early on that the most important part of studying abroad is to open yourself up to new ideas and ways of life, and to immerse yourself in a completely different culture than you're used to. There is so much to be gained by realizing that your way of life is not the ONLY way of life there ..."
Alex S University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
