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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
"I learned about a different culture , and way of living. It was very worthwhile. "
Daria University of Houston
"My internship with The Intern Group in Madrid is definitely worth it! I am very happy with my choice to go abroad. I learned of a new culture, gain work and language skills, made friends and had the best summer ever! If you are confused of where to go abroad don't think twice about Madrid. Madrileños are the best! Great food, ..."
Esbeidi University of Houston
"In Costa Rica I gained so much: an appreciation for slow, people-oriented culture that doesn't rush from one task to the next; a glimpse into another part of the world; immense improvement of my Spanish skills; a new mama; incredible new friends, Tico and American; a sense of confidence about my ability to travel and enjoy exper..."
Trinity Rinear University of Houston
"I feel like the Oaxacan culture made me more patient as a person. The way of life there is much slower compared to Texas. People aren't I met people very different from myself and got to understand some of the challenges they face every day. "
A student University of Houston
"I gained much greater confidence in traveling alone as a female and thoroughly enjoyed my first experience of it. Costa Rica is very safe with great and affordable transport that makes it perfect for firsttime travelers."
A student University of Houston
"People need Jesus!"
A student University of Houston
"The most worthwhile experience I have ever had. I gained friends, experiences, and knowledge."
A student University of Houston
"I learned how people in another culture live day to day and how their values and lifestyle differs from the US. I got way more comfortable speaking spanish with native speakers, and became a better listener"
Courtney Anne Hamala University of Houston
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Brittany Johnson University of Houston
"I learned spanish, a few customs and that friendship comes in a variety of people and places"
A student University of Houston
"This trip was so worthwhile. I grew as a person by being immersed in a culture different than my own. I learned to communicate in a different language, and went out of my comfort zone. "
Abby Greene University of Houston
"I think I have become more culturally aware (like saying US when describing people who live in the US instead of Americans, which includes South, Central and North). Everything was absolutely worthwhile. It's an experience I'll cherish forever."
A student University of Houston
"I learned so much from my experience abroad. Not only did I improve my Spanish skills, but I gained unforgettable memories. Each excursion from Monte Alban to Hierve El Agua to Mazunte were all indescribably amazing. "
A student University of Houston
"I learned (again) that people are basically the same. The most important aspects of human life- family and friends- is basically the same. This was not my first time abroad. When I came to Oaxaca, I felt like I really melded with my family and the kids. The kids fought and played rough (like any other 3 and 5 year old). The pare..."
Nnenna Umelloh University of Houston
"Absolutely! I gained many life lessons through traveling, new perspectives and Spanish!"
A student University of Houston
"Spending a semester in Cyprus was a wonderful experience. Living in a country and more specifically a city with such a strong cultural and historical background was an experience like no other. Professors at the University were very accommodating and the academic and social experience will definitely be an asset for my personal ..."
A student University of Houston
"I did the summer study abroad/ medical internship in Seville with Global Ed. I want to start off by saying that it was such an amazing experience and choosing to go abroad with Global Ed is certainly one of the best decisions I have ever made. I didn't want the program to end and now that it has, I am looking for any excuse to r..."
A student University of Houston
"It is impossible to explain. Think Simba from the Lion King living with Timon and Pumbaa but real! Hakuna Matata has nothing on Pura Vida!"
Joycelyn W University of Houston
"I learned a lot more spanish and gained an appreciation for cultures who live more simplistic compared to the American lifestyle."
Morgan S University of Houston
"Amazing friends. Perfect cities. Adventure. Education. Independence. Guidance. All sum up this experience. The memories and knowledge were worth every penny spent. "
Meetrah A University of Houston
"It was worthwhile because I HAD to use my Spanish as much as possible."
Stephen H University of Houston
"I learned that I want to live outside the U.S. For an extended period of time and cultural experiences provide a wealth of knowledge unlike anything else."
Erin g University of Houston
"I have the urge to travel even more. It definitely opened my eyes. "
moore1sadie . University of Houston
"I learned Spanish and gained more travel experience and friends. It was definitely worth it."
Taelor M University of Houston
"Learned a lot about the culture and what it feels like to be a foreigner. It was definitely worth it."
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