University of California - San Diego / UCSD
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The University of California, San Diego is a public research university located in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego, California, in the United States.
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of California - San Diego. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a UC San Diego 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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"I gained confidence in following my dreams and turning them into reality. The experience was the best world exposure I ever had."
A student University of California - San Diego / UCSD
"I got to experience a different culture for an extended amount of time, something that I loved and will more than likely do again. "
Isaac D University of California - San Diego / UCSD
"These past four months have been the best time of my life. I have made amazing friends and have been able to travel around Europe and in Italy and experience so many different countries. If I could I would permantely stay here, the thought of leaving in one week is heart breaking. I have grown into a more mature and independent ..."
Irina H University of California - San Diego
"I gained so much from studying abroad. It changed my life. I became more independent, culturally aware, open-minded, responsible, and flexible because traveling and living in a new country for an extended period of time will bring new challenges and experiences. Before studying abroad, I was straight on the dream career path. No..."
Megan M University of California - San Diego
"It was the best experience of my life. I am obsessed with India. I cannot wait to go back. "
Erika M University of California - San Diego
"I learned to adopt the "No worries, mate" laid-back and appreciative attitude of the Aussie culture. I now approach problems and issues here in my American life with a different perspective and a greater love for life itself. Australia was exactly the wake up call I needed about life's joys and complexities, and I definitely bel..."
Jodi H University of California - San Diego
"I was able to live in the city and experience it as a local. I think that may have been the best part for me."
Adrienne M University of California - San Diego
"I was in Europe long enough to know that I need to come back"
Alex R University of California - San Diego
"Learned about world travel, different cultures, European history"
Molly T University of California - San Diego
"It was the best experience I ever had, and it taught me a lot about myself, others, and American's in general. "
lauren r University of California - San Diego
"Living in Copenhagen is entirely different from living here. I miss walking or taking trains/buses everywhere and seeing the people everywhere. I learned so much from my core course (Human Health and Disease) and other courses, and was able to travel more regularly than I ever dreamed possible. I wish I could go back"
Michelle M University of California - San Diego
"Yes I am glad that I went but it was more challenging and disappointing than I expected."
Melissa O University of California - San Diego
"absolutely worthwhile. "
Steven P University of California - San Diego
"Studying abroad in general has helped me determine what kind of career I want to have after university. The close interaction with faculty and seeing my fellow students' senior honors dissertations has guided me towards what I want to actually do. I would not have had that experience at my home institution simply because of th..."
Heather B University of California - San Diego
"Honestly, I feel comfortable traveling by myself and I'm not sure I needed most of the babying that is inherent to any study abroad program. People who have never traveled before and people who have traveled extensively would find Tanzania fascinating and it was great to get to know life here on a deeper level by actually living..."
Caitlin M University of California - San Diego
"ABSOLUTELY"
Katherine M University of California - San Diego
"Definitely. I'd love to return to Japan sometime in the future, preferably for a longer stay."
Gabby B University of California - San Diego
"My experience was extremely worthwhile in helping me with my language skills but also with a lot of general skills such as being independent and taking initiative to figure complicated situations out on my own. It also helped me to focus my academic interests both by helping realize what I don't want to study in depth and by sho..."
Kayla W University of California - San Diego
"YES!"
Cor P University of California - San Diego
"Yes. I have decided to change some of my priorities upon my return to the states for the better. Definitely take the opportunities to volunteer when you study at ECES."
Harrison G University of California - San Diego
"I am completely changed for the better. "
Catherine B University of California - San Diego
"It was amazing!"
Sara C University of California - San Diego
"Yes!"
Jason C University of California - San Diego
"I feel like I have become a stronger more independent person becuase of my study abroad experience! I noticed I am also more open minded and motivated to learn about other cultures and travel to different countries!"
Lily S University of California - San Diego
"Study abroad was definitely the best thing I did while in college. The only thing I regret is not staying longer! The experience taught me to be a lot more open to new experiences and less shy. It made me more aware of the world and the possiblities that exist outside my borders."
Yamid A University of California - San Diego
