University of California - Santa Barbara
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of California - Santa Barbara. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a UC Santa Barbara student, please check with the Education 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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Madison Swenson Ruiz University of California - Santa Barbara
"I gained a lot of confidence in myself, learned patience in working in a team and with traveling and made a lot of great friends. This trip was worthwhile for the amount of hands on experience I received, being able to live in Costa Rica for so long and the independence it built in me!"
Emma University of California - Santa Barbara
"It was worthwhile in the sense that I can say I've now been to Greece, my family's homeland. "
A student University of California - Santa Barbara
"I was looking for a good summer internship and did not get accepted to any positions that we what I wanted to do. I got a marketing internship that I was looking for and also got to travel a lot which was really fun."
Ava R University of California - Santa Barbara
"How lucky I am to have everything I do (healthy food options, security without being gated in, and well paved roads and sidewalks."
A student University of California - Santa Barbara
"Living and working in New York changed my perspective about what is possible for me in life. Coming from California, I felt like I had seen a lot, but New York City has so much to offer and EiAbroad made it very easy for me to experience that. My internship was in restaurant management at Ken & Cook and it was incredible. "
Shanna A University of California - Santa Barbara
"GSE truly made my experience abroad the time of my life. From the program director, Inma, to the trips and cultural activities that we did with the group, I loved every second of my time in Barcelona! "
Jessica Z University of California - Santa Barbara
"Travelling"
Daniel G University of California - Santa Barbara
"My self-confidence increased and I trust myself way more than I did before. It was the most incredible experience and worth every bit of homesickness or stress. "
Rachel S University of California - Santa Barbara
"Absolutely. I learned a lot about myself (everyone says that, but it's true) and I saw so many things I (as well as millions of people) have always wanted to see. I experienced life the traditional Italian way; walking or using public transportation everywhere you go, eating later in the day and eating multiple courses, hanging ..."
Kelsi R University of California - Santa Barbara
"yes"
Dominic A University of California - Santa Barbara
"Allowed me to grow as a student and an individual. "
Doreen G University of California - Santa Barbara
"Absolutely worth it, and great program."
Claire G University of California - Santa Barbara
"Taught a lot of self management and leadership skills. "
Elana H University of California - Santa Barbara
"I learned that I might not be a big-city person, but the fact that I navigated through one, mastered public transportation and traveled alone, having to make all new friends entirely gave me a lot of confidence in my personal capabilities."
Chelsey S University of California - Santa Barbara
"Independence and awareness of the fun and adventure surrounding me!"
Danielle S University of California - Santa Barbara
"Difficult, but rewarding. "
Brianne B University of California - Santa Barbara
"I had the time of my life!"
Jensen P University of California - Santa Barbara
"My study abroad experience was beyond worthwhile. I am grateful that I was able to participate. I further learned the differences between Europe and the US, as well as, broadened my independence. "
Barbara C University of California - Santa Barbara
