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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at West Virginia University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a West Virginia University student, please check out the Education Abroad page 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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A student West Virginia University
"Studying abroad empowered me as a young woman in business and left an impact across many aspects of my life. My experience proved to me that I could go to an unfamiliar place by myself, feeling unprepared and unsure of what may lie ahead and come out of it having even more of a desire to explore new places and embrace the unkno..."
Sharlette Carey West Virginia University
"I learned a lot about myself. I gained several life lessons that I will apply in the future. Finally, I got to experience different cultures. "
Elizabeth Crawford West Virginia University
"more about how i can trust myself to be independent. "
Allyna W West Virginia University
"From this experience, I gained a new sense of confidence and independence that I will carry with me from now on. Being able to see the world and travel on my own has pushed me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to grow as a person. "
Hannah J West Virginia University
"Enjoy every moment your there because when you thing its dragged out it will be over in the blink of an eye"
Mary Pat Williams West Virginia University
"I got the compromise of living in a city I have always wanted to visit while still getting needed college credits and real-world experience."
Janelle Vickers West Virginia University
"i learned to work along side people with different values and perspectives. It was absolutely a worthwhile experience! "
Guy S West Virginia University
"I enjoyed being in France and having many excursions planned for us, so we could easily learn about the city and history. This is not a cultural immersion program. "
Emma v West Virginia University
"Very worthwhile. Gained lots of exposure to other countries and cultures."
A student West Virginia University
"I learned a lot about different cultures as I was able to travel to many different countries."
A student West Virginia University
"I gained practical experience on working in international teams, made friends from foreign countries and got to see Europe first hand from the perspective of a temporary resident. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
matt.tabit West Virginia University
"It was nice being able to speak French on a daily basis. "
Gerrick H West Virginia University
"I gained a cultural sensitivity and a desire for worldly exposure. This semester abroad was absolutely worthwhile and the effects of this trip will shape my time on this earth for the rest of my life. "
Alexis V West Virginia University
"It was absolutely worthwhile, it really gives you a different perspective from living in the US."
adam.gregory.16100 West Virginia University
"It was definitely worthwhile, I learned so much about another country and cultures of the Mediterranean. "
Becca M West Virginia University
"YES! I hope to study abroad at least one more time to expand my cultural knowledge even more before graduate school."
Ryan J West Virginia University
"Living in a different culture opened my eyes to how other people live their lives. The Gold Coast is very community oriented and always has soo many activities/markets going on. I loved experiencing those types of events. I became a lot more independent and open minded while abroad. It was awesome exploring some of the most beau..."
Emily P West Virginia University
"It helped open my eyes to Bolivian and South American culture."
Brian G West Virginia University
"I gained more confidence in myself to know that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to. I made many lasting relationships with fellow students as well as with people in our host community. I don't take things for granted anymore and want to see and help more places throughout the world now."
Bridget B West Virginia University
"Yes. I learned so much from traveling and being abroad. I also made amazing friends that I still keep in touch with."
Regan L West Virginia University
"Yes it was very worth while. "
meganne R West Virginia University
"It was the best time of my life. I made wonderful friendships and got to explore a country that not many people know about. I gained a sort of independence that I dont feel here in America because I was on my own with new people. It has made me want to explore more of the world and help other people realize what is out there. So..."
Gordon S West Virginia University
"I gained a better understanding of cultures both in Spain and all over the world. I met and became friends with that I never would have approached back at home. My spanish improved more than I ever expected it to and I loved every minute of being abroad. Studying abroad makes me want to continue traveling all over the world and ..."
Brittany H West Virginia University
"I gained a greater understanding for different cultures, met some great people, and had an amazing time."
Brittany W West Virginia University