University of Hawaii - Manoa
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The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is a public co-educational research university, and is the flagship campus of the greater University of Hawaiʻi system.
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. We also hope that these first-hand accounts of education abroad from previous students at your institution will help you understand what to expect from study abroad and help you set your expectations. If you are a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa student, please check with the Study Abroad Center and Manoa International Exchange 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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Paul D. Deering, Ph.D. University of Hawaii - Manoa
"Studying abroad was one of the best things I have ever done. It opened my eyes more than I could have ever imagined and allowed me to cross the boundaries of my own cultural norms and explore something entirely different and foreign. I now have the travel bug; I want to do it again and again and see the whole world. Copenhagen w..."
Elena G University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I learned so much about the culture that I hadn't known prior to living in Seville. It's one thing to visit someplace, but spending months in a city allows you to really understand the area on a much deeper level and it was definitely a worthwhile experience."
A student University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I learned to adopt a healthier work-life balance ratio, and some things that I really appreciate about how Spain is operated as a country and what it values in life vs what America values as a country."
A student University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I made the most amazing friends during my experience at KU that I still keep in contact with on a daily basis. Being able to live in Korea is great, especially as an undergraduate student. The bars are cheap, the food is delicious, there is culture every where, the streets are safe, and there's an abundance of night life. Korea ..."
Zoe Dym University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I would recommend study abroad for everyone. I learned so much in Japan. Not just about Japan but about the world from all the international students I met! You learn so much about how the rest of the world lives. When you're inside America, you think the whole world lives like that but they don't and it's no wonder sometime..."
Crystal L University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I gained a deep understanding of Spanish history, a better facility with the Spanish language and several good friends I will remember forever."
Judith Wong University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I gained much more than I thought I would. There was many aspects of Japanese culture that I did not realize I had no clue about; but by actually experiencing and discussing our experiences, I was able to have a better understanding of a Japanese mindset. TV shows and what my friends were doing actually made sense. This program ..."
Kristina T University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I gained alot of life qualities from this experience. It definitely made me more self-reliant since I was living in a foreign country alone. It made me feel much more independent thus contributing to my responsibilities. It also helped shape my personality to even a greater level in that now I can now alter my personality to all..."
Lindsey N University of Hawaii - Manoa
"The exchange program was one of the most valuable experiences I have had. I met kids from around the world and felt like a local resident of Denmark by the time I left. "
Matthew S University of Hawaii - Manoa
"Yes. I was able to gain a better understanding of the EU and Germany. Cleared up stereotypes I had about Germany and helped me to be a more global student."
Jeremy U University of Hawaii - Manoa
"By studying abroad, I learned Korean, made a lot of friends (both exchange and local), gained cultural information about living in a foreign country, and made memories that will last a lifetime! It was definitely worthwhile and I highly suggest studying abroad!"
Jonathan P University of Hawaii - Manoa
"Absolutely worth it. AIU is an up-and-coming institution in Japan, and the local students are incredibly supportive and intelligent."
Michael K University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I learned a lot personally and culturally. My experience forced me to become more culturally aware of others. I am so grateful to have had experienced such wonderful things."
Marissa T University of Hawaii - Manoa
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Sherlie O University of Hawaii - Manoa
"Yes, it was definitely worthwhile. I'll be honest though-- since I obviously looked like a foreigner, I did often feel self-conscious and somewhat frustrated/angry by the stares (and sometimes different treatment) I received compared to my Korean (or Korean-looking) friends. But it definitely opened my eyes, and I feel like a ..."
Katrina N University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I just want to do more because I now know what's possible. I want to learn, i want to teach, I want to have fun, I want to work, I want to meet people, I want to spend time with the people I know."
Kyleena L University of Hawaii - Manoa
"This program made me fall in love with South Korea and its people. After I graduate, I'd like to live here for the rest of my life. :)"
Jolene K University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I finally know what I want to do by studying abroad and that is to work in Japan. I'm working hard right now at UH to go back there again!"
Kanako H University of Hawaii - Manoa
"YES. Through the HUSA program, I've met so many amazing people. We've all grown up in some way, if it's Japanese language ability, or just living on our own for the first time. I've also learned a lot, both academically, and about me personally. Study abroad has been very challenging, but I think it has changed me for the be..."
Terrence M University of Hawaii - Manoa
"This study abroad experience was worthwhile. It really changed the way I see live. I've come to be more appreciative of the life that I have in America. After studying at an international university, I have become accepting of other cultures outside of my ethnicity. It really makes me regret my global narrow-mindedness on the on..."
Brooke O University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I learned more about the world and how people act and behave differently because of culture."
Charles C University of Hawaii - Manoa
"Learned a lot about myself and about different cultures. "
Colleen L University of Hawaii - Manoa
"My overall experience was absolutely incredible. I've made life-long friends, learned a significant amount about Japanese culture and business management practices, and improved on my speaking ability."
Anthony D University of Hawaii - Manoa
"I learned so much about Japan and also about myself. I am definitely a stronger person having had this experience and done it on my own. It was definitely worthwhile."
Kari R University of Hawaii - Manoa
