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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Houston. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of Houston student, please check with the Learning 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
Winter/Spring 2019: Monday, November 12th, 2018
Summer 2019: Monday, April 1, 2019
Fall 2019: Monday, July 1, 2019
"Improved Spanish skills, lifelong friends, experience for applying to graduate programs (Fulbright Spain), confidence in navigating foreign countries, and an excellent gallo pinto recipe from my host mom."
Kayla H University of Houston
"I learned how other people live outside of the US."
Emily E University of Houston
"It was worthwhile. I gained friends, family, wonder and awe from all the places and people i have met."
Kelly Velligan University of Houston
"Very worthwhile, I learned a lot about the culture and the people who live in the country."
Amy L Wang University of Houston
"I learned how to adapt to new cultures. I also learned how to be independent and literally find my way. It was definitely worth it. I have friends, memories, and lessons that will last a lifetime. "
Caelan University of Houston
"I gained knowledge of the Spanish language and the culture and society of Argentina. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student University of Houston
"I was pushed out of my comfort zone to make new friends and was forced to speak Spanish more often."
A student University of Houston
"It was worthwhile, I made local friends whom I still keep in contact with. My host family was amazing too I still talk to them. My Spanish improved too. "
Hanna Teshale University of Houston
"I learned Spanish medical terminology. It was definitely worthwhile because I was volunteering at a hospital last week and was able to have a conversation with a patient in Spanish."
A student University of Houston
"I learned to appreciate what I had and have. I learn to be more independent and social. I gained more knowledge of the culture."
Vi Tran University of Houston
"Loved the culture. "
A student University of Houston
"I gained much more Spanish knowledge than I thought I would and even changed my minor to Spanish because I liked learning it so much. I loved learning the culture of Granada and historical things about the city. It was 100% worth the money and time spent there."
Christen Stevenson University of Houston
"I gained best friends and learned so much about a new culture, as well as about myself. This experience was indisputably worthwhile and I would do it again tomorrow. I also realized a new dream of one day living abroad permanently. "
Eden Dombrowa University of Houston
"I learned to experience Korean culture through cultural activities and trips."
Andrea Barrientos University of Houston
"I learned how to be more independent, confident in myself, levelheaded, rational and closer to being bilingual. "
catherine p University of Houston
"I got out of my comfort zone which was extremely worthwile"
Natalia University of Houston
"I learned the importance of traveling to new places. The lessons and connections you make from meeting new people is invaluable."
Rodolfo Yamba University of Houston
"I learned many new recipes, but mostly I learned about the culture. Costa Rica is the greenest country I have ever been in."
Lauren Malagon University of Houston
"Great memories and knowledge. It was very worthwhile."
Daune Patterson University of Houston
"To get out and travel. so many beautiful things to see. "
Maria Varela University of Houston
"After studying in Granada, Spain this winter break, I realized that I wanted to share my amazing experience abroad with other students. I learned so much in such a short period of time and gained invaluable memories with other students in my program. Not only did I improve my Spanish significantly, I was able to immerse myself i..."
Sambridhi Paudyal University of Houston
"I learned a lot about the Spanish language and culture. I love to travel and traveling abroad was a wonderful experience because staying with a host family truly immerses you into the authentic Spanish life. I gained a different perspective and appreciation for a culture, people and language that is different than mine. I gained..."
Ayesha K University of Houston
"I learned a few grammatical rules. But most importantly I learned how to travel and find my way around. It's great to be tested and pass without having a security net always near you."
A student University of Houston
"I learned more Spanish in 6 weeks than I ever would have here in Houston, and I am surrounded by Hispanic culture here. I made friends for a lifetime and gained an appreciation for a culture other than my own. "
Hannah Sarvandian University of Houston
"While learning Spanish I got to explore a new culture in a place that was completely foreign to me. It was absolutely worthwhile as I have had an incredible experience here and would highly recommend the program to anyone who is interested in studying abroad."
Andrew Carlson University of Houston
