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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Florida. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of Florida student, please check with the International Center 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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No important dates configured."My Hebrew improved considerably, I experienced a new culture, and I made amazing friends. I consider this trip extremely worthwhile. "
nate l University of Florida
"I learned what one can only understand by studying abroad themselves. It was the most worthwhile experience of my life."
Jessie P University of Florida
"I learned so many things from my experience abroad. Not only did I improve exponentially in my language skills, but I also grew more as a person. I gained so many different world perspectives and I can now have a greater appreciation for life and stronger compassion for people of different backgrounds. I also have greater social..."
Corinna P University of Florida
"So many things. Seeing the poverty in India is eye opening. Great classes. Great program director. Great thing overall. "
Jay S University of Florida
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Sarah W University of Florida
"I gained personally growth, self accomplishment, cultural experience, wisdom, and courage."
Josenita D University of Florida
"The knowledge I gained during my trip is priceless. The ability to learn about great works while actually standing in them is something that you have to experience to understand it. As a classics major there is no other place on earth I could have gone to learn about my major. I would do it all over again it was definitely wo..."
Patrick w University of Florida
"Improved my language, better understanding of the culture; yes it was very worth it"
A student University of Florida
"I learned about myself as a person; I became more independent and realized I can do anything I set my mind to. I gained so many new friends from around the world, and the whole thing just made my wanderlust "
Jessica W University of Florida
"My time abroad has opened my eyes to the world and the knowledge it has to offer. I gained more of an appreciation for the Italian culture and also for the environment. "
Catherine P University of Florida
"It was the best experience ever!"
A student University of Florida
"For me, this experience helped me learn new things about myself as well as lead me to a new career paths I would never have thought about. "
Katherine F University of Florida
"I learned so much I can't sum it all up here. A few examples: how to travel alone in a foreign country; more about European & world culture/history; how to get lost & still have fun! Definitely worthwhile"
Amanda P University of Florida
"I gained confidence in myself and a lot of memories. I had fun nights with my friends, learned so much about the city and the country, ate some amazing new foods, went sightseeing to some major spots in the country and had so many resources to pursue my research during the program!"
Marielena D University of Florida
"I learned that everything can be so different in the way life is in another country and it is definately worth experiencing. This trip was definately worthwhile!"
lindsey.r.parramore University of Florida
"I learned that I have the ability to move into a new country and develop a new way of life with new people from around the world. Knowing this, is comforting because as I continue to travel abroad I know that I have what it takes to be independent and assimilate into a new culture and surroundings. And have fun doing it!"
Nichole A University of Florida
"I realized how isolated Americans are in terms of international knowledge and gained many other insights as well. The whole experience was definitely worth every penny. I miss Argentina every day."
A student University of Florida
"I learned a lot about myself and how i could be independent in another country. And it was totally worth my time. "
A student University of Florida
"I definitely improved my Spanish, which is a big plus. I am no where near fluent, but Im still working on it. I do believe the trip was worth while! It actually made me grow as a person. "
gmweller University of Florida
"This experience completely changed how I view music and music education. Absolutely life changing and worth while."
Tara S University of Florida
"I understand renewable energy power generation and another culture. I will never forget standing under a wind turbine on top of a mountain. Making the connection of protecting our limited resources with this technology redefined what I would pursue as a career for the rest of my life. "
Elizabeth K University of Florida
"My time abroad at the University of Haifa was an amazing experience all around. Both the academic and cultural experiences exceeded my expectations!"
Chelsea G University of Florida
"Absolutely. There is no down side to cultural immersion. Yes, there will be things that you don't like. But you become a better person for having been exposed to them. Life is a collection of experiences, good and bad. A semester abroad gives you an abbreviated opportunity to have the life of someone else. You get to live in the..."
Nick S University of Florida
"YES! I am a thousand times more confident in myself, and am much more able to adapt to new situations. Living in a foreign country always offers many challanges, especially when traveling, but the skills I gained are invaluable. My experience has also awakened my passions for international education and has given me the drive..."
Tess B University of Florida
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Andrew Z University of Florida
