University of Colorado - Boulder
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Colorado Boulder. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of Colorado Boulder student, please check with Education Abroad for guidelines on enrolling in an education abroad program, if financial aid might apply, and receiving credit. 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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No important dates configured."I learned a lot about how to communicate cross-culturally and how to be flexible with plans. I also learned the importance of planning and being prepared when traveling abroad. "
Shannon Miller University of Colorado - Boulder
"I found some self strength. I am a home body, and was very worried about being on the other side of the world (literally) from everything familiar. The first 2 days were kinda tough but once I was in it, I didn't want to leave. You will come out stronger, braver, and more confident than you ever imagined. This was a life changin..."
Maggie Bashford University of Colorado - Boulder
"I learned a great deal about Hong Kong and the companies that operate there. It is a very different business landscape, that partially merges Western and Asian business norms and cultures."
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"A perspective on the world and how other people live"
Nathan DePuy University of Colorado - Boulder
"My experience abroad was worthwhile. I learned how to live on my own and become more independent by being forced to do things alone. Schooling throughout the world is so different, and I'm glad that I had the opportunity to experience learning at such a pretigious university. "
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"The Intern Latin America program was wonderful. My paired internship prepared me for real engineering field work, the local hosts helped me integrate smoothly into the incredible culture and local lifestyle, and I made lifelong friends through the other interns in my program and my coworkers."
Casey Vanderheyden University of Colorado - Boulder
"Italian language skills, friendships with local Italians and Americans, unique experiences that still are asked about in conversation, the opportunity to truly experience life as an Italian."
Brianna Lyndell Lide University of Colorado - Boulder
"I learned about many new cultures, tried new foods, learned a new language, and met people from various backgrounds. Studying abroad is an amazing experience if you go in with an open mind and step out of your comfort zone."
cubuff3 University of Colorado - Boulder
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A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"I learned so much about a culture and country from a first-hand experience that only typically is heard about through the propagated news outlets. "
Andrew Taylor-Shaut University of Colorado - Boulder
"I enjoyed experiencing a culture so different to my own and found the experience to be both insightful and eyeopening. "
Geoff University of Colorado - Boulder
"SO much international business experience and knowledge. I know have friends on the other side of the world. I learned so much about such a foreign culture. I absolutely loved every minute of it. "
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"Language, adaptability, cultural experience, business conduct, travel planning, so many things honestly- too much to fit in this box"
Helen University of Colorado - Boulder
"This trip broke down many of my expectations about the world outside of the US. It showed that the US does many things really well but the US doesn't always do everything in the best way. Many other countries do things differently but different isn't necessarily worse."
Huy Tran University of Colorado - Boulder
"Operations Key cultural traits Navigation w/out knowing the language or having google maps"
Alex Atwater University of Colorado - Boulder
"I gained a lot more independence and self acceptance, which is one of the most beneficial lessons I've learned, ever. "
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"How to function alone with no family members help in all types of foreign situations."
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"I learned so much about politics abroad and how people perceive the US. It was worth while and it gave me a different perspective of how I feel America is to me. Nothing too crazy! But enough to question ideas and knowledge that I learned from the US. "
A student University of Colorado - Boulder
"Coming to Copenhagen was such a wonderful decision. It opened my eyes to entire world of architecture and design, new friends, travel opportunities and a peek at a unique culture."
Olivia Flynn University of Colorado - Boulder
"Completely memorable and influential experience!! If I could, I would do the full year program."
Juliana University of Colorado - Boulder
"Coping skills, the ability to adjust to new things, how to be resourceful and so much more I don't even have words for "
Zoie Jordan University of Colorado - Boulder
"Very worthwhile, I learned specific information catering towards my major, while also learning the importance of traveling and exploring new areas and trying new things. "
Dylan S University of Colorado - Boulder
"Going into my study abroad experience I knew that I wanted to force myself out of my comfort zone in order to have a maximized experience in a foreign country. I was determined to make Florence my home away from home that I could always go back to. Instead of rooming with my best friends from Boulder, I lived in a homestay with ..."
Claire F University of Colorado - Boulder
"How different the Chinese culture is, and being able to live like a local, i.e taking the subway and the bus, etc."
Jen J University of Colorado - Boulder
"I had a great time. I made new friends, reinforced my choice of operations, and had a good balance of learning and fun."
Casey S University of Colorado - Boulder
