University of California - Berkeley
University Information
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of California - Berkeley. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a UC Berkeley student, please check with the Berkeley 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.
Important Dates and Deadlines
No important dates configured."yes, very valuable to see other cultures and get outside bubble "
A student University of California - Berkeley
"I was able to cultivate a deep understanding of Egyptian society and culture. Right now, it's an exciting place to be, and the program does an excellent job of exposing students to the many different aspects, faces and issues of Cairo and Egypt more generally."
A student University of California - Berkeley
"I learned humility. I learned to survive on the barest essentials. I gained new friends and new perspectives on life. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
A student University of California - Berkeley
"A better understanding of a different culture and information about the tropical dry forest. It was 100% worth while. "
A student University of California - Berkeley
"We learned LOTS of Spanish, enough to no longer be afraid to use it when interacting with native speakers. That was huge for us! We also learned so much about Oaxaca and the wonderful people there and how families live from the cultural programs and from the host family. "
A student University of California - Berkeley
"SO worthwhile! I gained cultural and personal growth like I never have before. I was able to adapt to such an unfamiliar environment and I feel ready to tack anything. "
amanda r University of California - Berkeley
"claro"
Renée C University of California - Berkeley
"Absolutely. It has greatly improved my Spanish and introduced me to a new culture."
Ana C University of California - Berkeley
"Yes it was. I feel like I have more of a well-rounded world view. "
EricaAnn L University of California - Berkeley
"Generally, I think living in a place so unlike your own city and country is a healthy and necessary experience. It forces you to live outside your comfort zone, eat differently, speak differently, move differently. And for Russia in particular, I saw and experienced an entirely different socio-economic lifestyle. That alone help..."
Melinda N University of California - Berkeley
"Absolutely. My experience changed the way I see the world. "
Ariana Y University of California - Berkeley
"I wouldn't trade it for anything."
Sevag M University of California - Berkeley
"I learned a lot about myself and got to learn an entire new culture and feel part of a new country."
Jenna E University of California - Berkeley
"I was very close to not coming on my study abroad program because I thought I would be missing out on too much at school in Berkeley, but I am so happy that I went. It was definitely the best and most rewarding semester of my life. This was my first time out of the country and it was definitely the best way to experience it. ..."
Cameron K University of California - Berkeley
"I wouldn't trade my experience for anything. It was extremely worthwhile. I matured, learned how to deal with homesickness, difficult/uncomfortable situations, became more independent, met amazing people, honed my Spanish skills, got to see so many amazing places in such a short amount of time, and had fun almost all the time. "
Samantha S University of California - Berkeley
"Yes, definitely."
Dara P University of California - Berkeley
"Living in Paris gave me an entirely new perspective on the world. One can read about other places, but actually living them gives new meaning to their different ways of doing things. For example, health care doesn't have to cost a fortune. Neither does school. "
Samantha S University of California - Berkeley
"Well worth while! I would have liked to make more friendships with locals. Other than that, everything was amazing."
Melissa Y University of California - Berkeley
"It was definitely by far the best decision I've ever made. The culture, institution, and people were amazing."
Anna C University of California - Berkeley
"I was really bummed out with the weather. My decision to study in Melbourne wasn't very informed. I didn't expect it to be as cold and rainy as it was, and I was expecting more of the stereotypical "Aussie life" in Melbourne. The idea of AUSTRALIA was just so intriguing and I didn't think you could go wrong. But if I could d..."
Zoe J University of California - Berkeley
"My experience in Barcelona was absolutely worthwhile I would highly recommend that everyone study abroad at some point in their lives. Getting to know a different culture leads to greater global awareness!"
Anonymous f University of California - Berkeley
