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AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence

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I gained so much independence and confidence from my travels that I feel a lot more prepared to enter the real world.

- Carly C.

CEA Global Education: Prague

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

- A Student

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

CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences

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

- Sarah A

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

The Best of the Best in Study Abroad for 2012

The Best Study Abroad Programs

The Most Livable Cities for Students

The Friendliest Cities for Study Abroad Students

The Most Unique Countries for Study Abroad

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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!

Seoul, South Korea Top Programs

Korea University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange	4.7 14 reviews
Ewha Womans University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange	4.6 13 reviews

What Students Are Saying

It was just an eye opening experience to know that I was studying in a foreign country while having so much fun!
Bree-Ann T

Imagine yourself in an amazing foreign country, meeting amazing people just like you from all over the world, gathered at this one amazing university.
Meg T

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!

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.

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Featured Programs

Academic Studies Abroad: London - Regent's College

DIS - Danish Institute for Study Abroad: Copenhagen - Various Programs

CAPA International Education: London Study or Intern Abroad

CEA Global Education: Prague, Czech Republic

The Inside Scoop

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5 years ago, we launched the first ever platform to review and share your study abroad experience online. 18,700 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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