Study Abroad Program Reviews of International Studies Abroad (ISA): Barcelona - Pompeu Fabra University

A review by Caroline Massey

Extremely worthwhile. I was so happy with my choice to study in Barcelona, and I made some lifelong friends.

A review by Melissa Grimaldo

Studying abroad was the best decision I made in college. Learning to adjust to such culture shock and going through such nerve wrecking experiences at the end of the day was so much fun. Looking back, I learned alot about myself, and being independent. The Spanish culture is so awesome, and in particular the Catalan culture in Barcelona was very cool to see all the differe...

A review by Gaga

Yes, it has made me fall even more in love with Spanish language and culture and I have become more independent and self aware.

A review by Lauren Cochran

Absolutely! I feel like I would have enjoyed a more traditionally "Spanish" experience in the south of Spain rather than in the north, but I definitely wouldn't trade this experience for the world, it was truly amazing and eyeopening and I learned a ton about myself throughout the experience

A review by Allison E

My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I not only enhanced my Spanish language skills, but I learned so much about other people, the Spanish and Barcelona/Catalan culture, and expanded my horizons and really got out of my comfort zone. My main academic focus at school did not change, but my passion for the Spanish language and culture grew exponentially whil...

A review by Michelle Nguyen

I think my experience was worthwhile and much needed. I thought it was a great break from university life and a great opportunity to learn more about a different country and culture. I improved my language speaking, comprehension abilities and met interesting and fun new friends. I felt I had a unique experience traveling independently as a student and have a greater appre...