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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Vassar College. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Vassar College student, please check with the Office of International Programs 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."I learned so much as an actor and also as a person. I left the program changed. "
A student Vassar College
"I learned a lot about topics specific to Chile that would have been difficult for me to learn about in the US. It was more difficult to make connections with locals than I expected but I was still able to make some."
A student Vassar College
"I learned so much about my self - my ability to be independent and carry myself in difficult situations. I also learned a lot about other life experiences, histories, and government systems. "
Noura L Vassar College
"I learned so much- and that you are capable of more than you think. That people/ strangers are so kind."
Kaitlin B Vassar College
"It was so worthwhile—I feel so much more confident speaking Spanish and talking about health-related topics in Spanish"
A student Vassar College
"My learning mainly came in the form of learning about ways to think about and analyze systems and issues. I think that's a worthwhile thing to learn. "
Leanna Tang Vassar College
"Yes, I would still say it was worthwhile because I was able to be immersed in a Francophone country and forced to challenge myself in ways I never could had I stayed back in the US for the summer. There are things I learned that I'm still thinking about how to articulate and that can't be summed up simply in this review. Even if..."
Seneca S Vassar College
"I made connections in a continent I had never been to, immersed myself in destinations I never even dreamed of (from the Sahara to the second largest waterfalls in Africa). I learned about multiculturalism and human rights first-hand, in addition to Arabic."
Bryan Fotino Vassar College
"I know that I would have regretted not studying abroad, but it was not really what I expected. I definitely learned a lot about Chinese culture. China has a lot of cool places to visit, and I'm glad I got the opportunity to go. "
A student Vassar College
"It was 100% worthwhile. My Spanish improved drastically and I made amazing friends. "
A student Vassar College
"I learned to be a better independent thinker and individual and how to put myself in situations that helped me grow, even if they were sometimes out of my comfort zone. "
Josephine Lovejoy Vassar College
"My experience abroad gave me the skills and confidence to know that I can travel and survive in another part of the world, in another language, and do so comfortably and self-sufficiently."
A student Vassar College
"How to make my own connections, even though I knew no one."
A student Vassar College
"I learned lots of stuff about myself and my capabilities, which is cool. "
A student Vassar College
"I gained a sense of independence and appreciation for cultural differences "
A student Vassar College
"My semester in Bologna was definitely worthwhile. I can now say that I llived with Italian students, studied Dante with native speakers, and traveled to more cities than I thought possible in such a short time while still getting to know Bo. I wouldn't want to have studied abroad anywhere else."
A student Vassar College
"it was worthwhile due to my experience with my host family"
A student Vassar College
"Studying abroad is really what you make of it. Every moment and every small detail was a step in the growth and learning process. Stepping outside of your comfort zone is one of the most valuable skills you can have. Learning a language is a slow process and there will be many bumps along the road, but it is one of the most r..."
A student Vassar College
"I learned a great deal about travel, living in another city, and being part of an international academic community. Most importantly I learned why archaeology can be so fun and interesting. "
Michael M Vassar College
"(Please see the words of wisdom, too). I left SEA in complete awe of the world that surrounds us (particularly the aquatic areas) and inspired by the need for a better understanding of the world beneath the surface of the ocean. I am a more confident individual, secure in the knowledge that I am capable of tackling tough challen..."
Sam S Vassar College
"I want to go back to China ASAP and I plan to after graduation. My study abroad experience greatly increased my understanding of chinese language and culture. I also learned a lot about myself and made amazing new friends!"
Julia N Vassar College
"Studying in Bologna was a lot of fun. I gained a lot culturally as well as socially. My Italian improved immensely and I was very satisfied with the academic part of the experience. The Vassar program itself was exemplary in making students feel comfortable and safe. "
Katya G Vassar College
"I became a better student. "
sam t Vassar College
"My abroad experience was absolutely worth it. I had such a fantastic time throughout my entire time in Scotland. Spending this much time in another country truly forces you to become more independent and evaluate the way you perceive and approach your understanding of one's role as an American in the international community. Goi..."
Benjamin C Vassar College
"Met my girlfriend there so yeah it was worthwhile, but if you want to do something other than party and surf (with the occasional bit of school), go somewhere else. "
Zach B Vassar College
