University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC

November 12, 2024

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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a UMBC 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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10/15/2022 Exciting, Educational, And Humbling The School for Field Studies / SFS: Kenya – Endangered Species Conservation

"Challenges quite a few assumptions and really deepened my understanding of life, humanity, and the commonalities (and differences) between people(s)."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC
Past Review The Little Things The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - Macquarie University

"I learned that I love to travel and I'm not afraid to travel on my own anymore. I hadn't really lived on my own or on a budget before. It was definitely worthwhile"

University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC
Past Review My Oaxacan Adventure Mexico Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

"My Spanish definitely improved in the three short weeks I lived in Oaxaca. I learned about the history (ancient and modern) of Mexico, as well as got real life opportunities to practice my speaking skills. "

University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC
Past Review Life Changing Study Abroad Programs in Costa Rica

"I gained more of an open mind on our world and a different perspective on the way other people live. It also made you realize how fortunate we are to be able to have the opportunities that we do. It was very worthwhile"

University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC
Past Review The Making Of A Club Kween Institut Catholique de Paris: Paris - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I got to travel to France, which I had never been to before. I have a better grasp of the French language. And I have amazing memories."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County / UMBC
Past Review Amazing No Regrets! Global Semesters: Florence - Summer in Florence

"I learned so much about the voice. It was definitely worthwhile."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Wonderful!!! An Insider's Look At Costa Rica! CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"Looking back, I cannot believe what I did and how much I learned during my study abroad program! We got to travel around Costa Rica for 4 out of 14 weeks, I had a 4 week sustainability internship, I lived with a host family, I took 5 classes, and I had so much fun with the staff and other students. We studied a variety of issu..."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review One Of The Most Rewarding Experiences Of My Life. ISEP Exchange: Milan - Exchange Program at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

"I truly can make a life for myself and meet great people far away from home."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Eye Opening And Incredible The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learning about Italian culture and learning to live independently"

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Rome: A City And A Classroom CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Rome, Italy

"I think the biggest thing study abroad has given me is a chance to reevaluate myself and how I deal with things. I can't say it was always easy but I've definitely grown from the experience and I think it's going to make my transition into adulthood a much better experience."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Studying In Mexico Was The Best Experience I've Ever Had! Guanajuato Universidad de Guanajuato: Guanajuato - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"When I came home from my 5 weeks studying abroad, I literally felt like a new person. I realized how much I grew in the time away. I was nervous to go, but afterwards I wished I went for an entire year. I also learned so much of the language. Prior to the trip, I could not understand half of what the teacher would say in my coll..."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Visit Spain, But Skip The Isa! ISA Study Abroad in Salamanca, Spain

"I needed it for a graduation requirement, so yes, in that sense it did everything I needed. I wouldn't go back with ISA, or go anywhere else with ISA. The only travel-abroad program I have ever attended and liked, consistently, was EF tours. Spain is still reeling from their Franco-era baggage, which makes traveling there outs..."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Peru: Soul Enlightening Experience ISA Study Abroad in Lima, Peru

"Absolutely worth every penny."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Studying Abroad In Lima Was The Best Experience Of My Life. ISA Study Abroad in Lima, Peru

"Absolutely. I am currently planning to return to Peru! That's how much I loved it. Study abroad is invaluable experience."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Argentina: The Country Of Wonders ISA Study Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina

"My study abroad experience was the most amazing thing I did in my college career! I would never trade this experience! I am more willing to be on my own and travel without feeling needy or lost. I enjoy adventure and cannot wait to graduate to explore some more!"

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Salamanca: Estudiando Y Viajando... Disfrutese! ISA Study Abroad in Salamanca, Spain

"This experience made me more independent and aware of world issues. It's eye-opening to talk to people from another country and see how they view our culture."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review France Was Amazing! ICN Business School Nancy-Metz: Nancy - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It broadened my cultural horizons while also helping me actually use a language I'd been studying for almost a decade, and eventually encouraged me to get a minor in French."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review New Zealand Leadership Study Abroad Was A Fun Filled And Is Great For Any Adventurous Person! ISA Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"Yes, I would suggest everyone that goes through college to study abroad, and if they can, choose this program or at least travel to New Zealand."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review My Study Abroad Experience In Paris Was An Extreme Culturally Enriching Experience. CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Paris, France

"Absolutely. If I could do it a hundred times over again I would. I loved every minute of Paris."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Past Review Botswana Study Abroad, A Real Eye Opener University Of Botswana University of Botswana: Gaborone - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Studying at the University of Botswana was an incredible eye-opener. I learned a new language, met new people, and gained insight into a culture completely different from the ones I had been familiar with previously. It was unbelievable, from the food, to the music, to the misunderstandings, and more. I cannot imagine having spe..."

University of Maryland - Baltimore County