Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Best Semester! November 03, 2026

By (Psychology, University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse) - abroad from 01/26/2026 to 05/16/2026 with

API (Academic Programs International): Florence - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My experience studying abroad was so rewarding and fulfilling. Through API, I was able to see another culture, meet lots of new people, and challenge myself! API supported every step in the process. Through assistance with the visa process, arrival, housing, and providing opportunities for cultural exploration. We spent a weekend in Venice with the program and were able to see how glass blowing works. I am so thankful for my semester abroad, and I would encourage everyone to see new parts of the world!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The educational experience was fulfilling and exciting. The classes were structured differently and provided an interactive learning environment.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The host country program administration was very helpful.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

My living arrangement was comfortable and provided everything that was necessary.

* Food:

Food was very delicious and accessible!

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I felt the API provided activities to integrate with the local culture.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Healthcare was easy and accessible.

* Safety:

Overall safety was not a concern; we still need to make incoming students aware of safety practices.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Support
  • Activites
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing!
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Everything will work out!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.