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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"The people that I met and the friends I made, whether they were part of the program or local students, made the experience worthwhile. Being open to ideas and experiences that I had not planned on, were actually what made the experience that much better. "
Janelle A University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Best semester/experiences of my life. I feel more confident and i know more about the world and myself than i could have ever learned in a classroom"
Brent N University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I liked the program but I just wasn't able to learn the language as well as I had hoped. "
Drew C University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Very worthwhile. I miss Rennes and my life there every day."
Benjamin W University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Absolutely! I feel like I would have enjoyed a more traditionally "Spanish" experience in the south of Spain rather than in the north, but I definitely wouldn't trade this experience for the world, it was truly amazing and eyeopening and I learned a ton about myself throughout the experience "
Lauren C University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was so worthwhile. I learned so much about myself, and being able to really live for a while in another country was amazing. I became more independent and confident in myself. "
Halley D University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was absolutely worthwhile and I learned about myself and people in general. You will be proud of yourself for stepping out of your comfort zone, and I plan on returning. You will learn what pushes your buttons, how you act around new people, how well you travel with other personalities, and how well you and others react to st..."
Robin T University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"How to ask for help and not to be afraid of looking like an idiot or standing out because in most cases you already do. Go around europe as much as possible. Its a waste to stay in just one country."
Erin K University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I was able to see how other countries operated, both in the university and in the real world when it came to hospitality. Traveling really helped to open my eyes to different kinds of people and how to handle situations when I'm on my own after school."
Marie b University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I was excited to expand my world by experiencing ways to connect what I’ve learned thus far in the classroom with what I will learn in a different part of the world. There were some challenges and barriers to overcome but I learned that you have to face them with eagerness so that I could discover new ways to communicate. I am c..."
Mary Catherine L University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I really learned what people thought of America in general. They tend to think Americans and ignorant of Europe (fairly true, I learned alot about Europe); however they really don't know much about America except what they see on TV or there government tells them. The HealthCare debate was taking place during my stay, and it w..."
Thomas G University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Do you actually think I could possibly answer this question using words?"
Casey L University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Yes, I learned so much about myself and have changed in more ways than one. I have a better understand of how sometimes life just needs to be taken slower- New Zealand never has the "rush" aspect to life. It's different yet amazing."
Anna V University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Very worthwhile. I love living in Edinburgh. It's not too big, but has culture and history all throughout the city. I learned so much about many environmental, social and economic issues in the UK and especially Scotland, which is interesting to compare back to those in the US. I also learned so much about other cultures; there..."
Samantha J University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I enjoyed it greatly, and I want to go back to Spain, but if I could choose again, I would have preferred to have studied in another Spanish city."
Andrew W University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was not worthwhile. I could have found a better program that would have given me better cultural and educational opportunities."
Cameron W University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I really feel that I took advantage of my time abroad and did and experienced all I could while there. Don't go with any expectations and don't go thinking about what you might miss. No matter who or what you leave home, you WILL have more fun and more photos on facebook. I personally learned a lot about myself while there. I ha..."
Avalon G University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was definitely worthwhile. I think I learned a lot of Spanish, and I really enjoyed learning how to live in a culture that is very different from my own. I also enjoyed meeting and living with people that had different backgrounds and seeing different perspectives. It has definitely inspired me to travel more and experienc..."
Cooper G University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"very worthwhile. I built up a social network of Chinese professors and American students, gained great references, learned tons of Chinese, and also got to experience some amazing things (ride camels, camp on the Gobi desert, bargain on the street, get first-hand experience in a very dynamic, fascinating country)"
Devin N University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"worthwhile. it will expand/change your perspective to the host country and your own country."
Ayumi F University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"Studying abroad was the best decision I've ever made. Ever minute, every dollar was worth it. I was really nervous about how big the city was coming from a smaller town but London was never intimidating. You have to keep an open mind and a sense of humor about everything and just go with the flow. You also become more aware of o..."
Katie M University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was very worthwhile. I had a great time, and although I had some disappointments, the traveling experience, the culture shock, really helped me to understand there is more than just a US way of living. This is something I thought I already understood, but I was incorrect, and now I have a better understanding. "
Sarah M University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I am adequate at speaking Spanish and saw some amazing sights. I am more culturally sensitive."
Vincent H University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was definitely worthwhile. It was really cool to realize that it is possible to function in a different society. When I was getting ready to leave, I really didn't want to because I wanted to see how much better my Spanish could become and how many more friendships I could develop. "
Catherine C University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
