West Texas A&M University
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at West Texas A&M University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a West Texas A&M University student, please check with the Study 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
Study Abroad Application Deadlines:
May/Summer: February 15th
Fall: April 15th
Winter/Spring: September 15th
IEF Scholarship Application Deadlines:
May/Summer: March 1st
Fall: June 1st
Winter/Spring: October 1st
"I got a lot of support from the zoo and the people from the program. I got to explore Athens and went sightseen from the Acropolis to Mt Parnitha and got to see wildlife in the zoo and in Athens"
A student West Texas A&M University
"I gained the ability to speak Spanish in full sentences and now I’m able to hold a full conversation! I also gained lifelong travel buddies and best friends!"
Alyssah Pranschke West Texas A&M University
"I learned so much about culture, language, and the value of travel. Although very difficult, very worth while."
Adyson Weatherly West Texas A&M University
"I learned to appreciate things I didn't understand. I think I am a more curious person now and more likely to do things I have never done before. Also, I gained confidence in my abilities to speak Spanish."
Claudia Jantes West Texas A&M University
"I gained confidence, independence, and a lot of Spanish! It was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student West Texas A&M University
"I learned that I can do anything I set my mind to. I learned that adaptability is so important. I learned how to live with a diverse people. "
Elizabeth West Texas A&M University
"No words can accurately describe what I have gained from studying abroad. It was most certainly worthwhile, and I will do anything and everything possible to return. "
Dustin Baumgardner West Texas A&M University
"I crave more experiences similar to my time in Costa Rica"
A student West Texas A&M University
"I learned that I'm in love with my best friend."
A student West Texas A&M University
"The history, culture, music, and proud nationality of where my family name came form. It was priceless for me."
John Ryan Sullivan West Texas A&M University
"This was such an amazing experience and if I could I would do it again in a heartbeat. I learned so much about not just Korean culture, but also a lot of cultures of the international friends that I made. I learned how to not be scared to go places on my own and how to really experience things on my own. "
Madison Monday West Texas A&M University
"I learned who I am as a person, I grew in ways that I couldn't imagine before the trip. I became a more social person. Everyone knew me and that would help with connecting other groups with other groups. "
Quan N Nguyen West Texas A&M University
"I learned I am a lot more independent then I realized. I learned how much a love and appreciate other cultures. I will go back to Ireland again, I can promise you that! "
A student West Texas A&M University
"It was definitely worth while, experiencing new art techniques and being seeing the different mediums of art at the many art galleries and exhibitions. Giving me many ideas in my artwork, and a newfound confidence to create more."
Marcus Freeman West Texas A&M University
"I gained confidence more than anything. Between adjusting to a completely new lifestyle, traveling around Europe, and experiencing many different types of cultures and lifestyles, I feel very secure in who I am as a person now and I feel like I gained confidence I had previously been lacking."
Wesley Alexander West Texas A&M University
"I learned that life is short, and time fly's by faster than the blink of an eye. There is so much more to see in the world than just the traditional places. This trip was more than worthwhile, I would not trade my experience for anything. Everyday, I miss it."
Monique West Texas A&M University
"I learned how to live frugally and to live life out of my comfort zone. This experience was more than worthwhile. South Africa stole my heart and I cannot wait to visit/live there soon. "
Shelby Willburn West Texas A&M University
"Learned to be open and willing to learn. It was worth while because it made me appreciate a lot back home being in an unfamiliar place as well as make me want to travel again."
Morgan Seawright West Texas A&M University
"100% worth it, their language, culture, and medical experience "
Sandy Valenzuela West Texas A&M University
"I gained a lot of self confidence, people skills/interactions, and a new appreciation for different cultures. It was one of the most worthwhile things I have ever done. "
Kayla M West Texas A&M University
"I learned how even the way people learn differs from country to country. I gained friends for a life time and a second home in Sydney. It was the best experience I've ever had in my entire life. I will be going back, It's not a matter of if, but when."
A student West Texas A&M University
"Yes. I grew and changed in so many ways for the better. I also struggled while abroad, which in turn made me even more independent and stronger. A beautiful experience in a lovely country."
Kristen B West Texas A&M University
"I was a Biology major before going to Costa Rica. After taking the biological diversity class my viewpoints of life changed a great deal. Experience in a culture totaly different form my own was amazing!!"
Joseph M West Texas A&M University
"It made a better person, more understanding of the communication barrier that exsist between different languages and I have a great respect for other culturs and their traditions."
Brandi D West Texas A&M University
