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John Cabot University: Rome, Italy

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"The trajectory of my entire life changed because I studied abroad. And I cannot imagine my life without it now."

- Desiree P

IES Abroad: Barcelona, Spain

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"I became bilingual. I traveled to and became immersed in multiple cultures different from my own."

- Kevin L

CEA Global Education: Prague

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"Learned so much about myself. Studying abroad was the greatest decision I ever made."

- A Student

CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences

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"I am a better and happier person because of it."

- Sarah A

Semester at Sea

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Where I used to see places on a map, I now see people's faces and memories.

- A Trinity University Student

The Best of the Best in Study Abroad for 2012

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The year 2012 is over, and since we love a good review, we figured we should recap which study abroad programs students enjoyed the most in 2012. Join us as we take a look back on all of the adventures students had across the world. From summers spent snorkeling in the Caribbean, to semesters spent dining in Siena, we've reviewed all the highlights of a year spent studying abroad. For your information and amusement, the 2012 Study Abroad Rankings, presented by STA Travel, recall the best of the best from the past year. Explore categories like the "Friendliest Cities," "Top Academic Experiences," and the "Top 10 Programs" overall. If your New Year's resolution this year was a promise to study abroad (and we're sure it was), these rankings are certain to provide you with a little more motivation!

View our 2012 Study Abroad Rankings!

Finding the Perfect Location

So you know you want to study abroad, but with so many options, it's tough to know where to even start. If you are interested in venturing outside the typical study abroad comfort zone, we've hand-picked a few locations you maybe haven't considered in your current study abroad destination list. Highly-reviewed yet commonly overlooked, these locations are sure to provide an exciting and defining abroad experience!

Cape Town, South Africa Top Programs

Semester at Sea: Traveling - Semester at Sea	4.8 68 reviews
CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences	4.6 37 reviews

What Students Are Saying

This is a can't miss experience of a lifetime! If you are debating between Cape Town and anywhere else...stop debating!
Paul D

More than worthwhile...an experience to learn about the world and my place in it.
Elisabeth B

Cape Town, South Africa

Known as the 'Rainbow Nation', South Africa is as colorful as the name suggests. With 11 official languages, this country epitomizes multiculturalism. As a student in Cape Town, you can meander the historic Cape Dutch streets, play pickup games of cricket, hike the majestic Table Mountain, and strike up conversations in Xhosa or Zulu on the beach. All while studying in a nation that produced such great Nobel laureate icons as Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and JM Coetzee.

Seoul, South Korea

For a 'Seoulful' study abroad experience, look no further than South Korea, as opportunities abound in the gleaming global mega-city of Seoul. Hosting the country's most prestigious universities, boasting over 100 museums, and featuring one of the world's most advanced transportation infrastructures, a semester spent studying in swanky Seoul is sure to give you an edge in this global economy.

Gold Coast, Australia

With a name like Gold Coast, it's hard to imagine a more beautiful place to study abroad. The Queensland coastline has some of the world's most popular surf breaks, and Gold Coast is quite literally 'famous for fun'. But with three major universities, you are sure to strike a healthy balance between books and BBQs. Surf's up, scholars!

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5 years ago, we launched the first ever platform to review and share your study abroad experience online. 18,300 student reviews later, we think it's time we branch out and redefine other abroad verticals much like we did for study abroad. That's why we're thrilled to announce the launch of our new teach abroad evaluation. If you've already experienced teaching abroad, why not share it with the world by leaving a review now. Future teachers await reading about your experience!

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