Mexico Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

Find your dream Study Abroad Program in Mexico at Abroad101 and this directory of Study Abroad Programs, Rankings and Reviews.  Future students are drawn to Abroad101 for the reviews from returning students.  Using the popular 1-5 star scale, indi... read more

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I learned about the history, culture and art of Oaxaca and I learned an incredible amount of Spanish. I learned a lot about myself and my reactions to new and unfamiliar situations and I learned how to be more independent and know how to make an important decision at the drop of a hat. This experience was SO worthwhile and I enc... - Hendersonville High School View Entire Review
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Choosing to study abroad with Sol was the best decision I made to support my degree. I learned so much about myself, my passions, and my future. Sol provided the best environment to learn, grow, and have fun in a new place! - Western Kentucky University View Entire Review
That I want to live abroad for a while and work with Latin America. - University of California - Los Angeles View Entire Review
Before studying abroad, I did my research. I wanted a program that offered a true language and cultural immersion experience all at an affordable price. SOL Education - Oaxaca exceeded my expectations and more. Pre-departure, SOL was very helpful in choosing my program length and classes. If I had any questions, they were a... - Xavier University View Entire Review
I learned to have more confidence in my Spanish abilities. This experience was definitely worthwhile in that I gained humility, confidence, encouragement, constructive criticism, and the motivation to continue in my studies. I certainly faced challenges but when I overcame them I felt inspired to seek bigger and better adventure... - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor View Entire Review
I don't even know where to start as a response to this question. This experience has transformed my whole future, taught me so many important lessons, opened my eyes to another level of possibilities and given me some of the best friendships I have ever had in my life. I have achieved my dream of being fluent in Spanish. I have ... - Benito Juárez Autonomous University of Oaxaca View Entire Review
I got to practice my Spanish a lot! I also LOVED Oaxaca. It is absolutely beautiful, and I want to return there for sure! - University of Calgary View Entire Review
While abroad, my Spanish skills improved. I also learned a lot about the culture of the city. I was absolutely worthwhile! - Walt Whitman High School View Entire Review
I learned that we are all more alike than different. I learned the language. It was worthwhile. - Berea College View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with Study Abroad Programs in Mexico
I learned Spanish, how to make some Mexican foods, how to Latin dance, and a brand new and exciting culture! I met people I will keep in touch with for the rest of my life and discovered that I really can live in a foreign country on my own and be just fine. I learned a lot more than this, but it would take forever to tell every... - Brigham Young University View Entire Review
It was worthwhile! I made friends I know I'm going to stay in touch with and learned a language that will help me in the future! - University of Kentucky View Entire Review
Great to learn about a different culture and their customs. - Texas State University-San Marcos View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with Study Abroad Programs in Mexico
It was SO worthwhile. I'm excited to get back to Oaxaca and see my friends. I met some of the kindest and most resourceful people during my time abroad. Every time I look at my pictures I really miss it. - Wagner College View Entire Review
I learned that I want to live outside the U.S. For an extended period of time and cultural experiences provide a wealth of knowledge unlike anything else. - University of Houston View Entire Review
I learned about the culture, the language, and life skills. - McDaniel College View Entire Review
Not only did I learn all about Mexican culture, but I also became more confident with my spanish. It was most certainly worthwhile. View Entire Review
The greatest benefits were experiencing the city life of Oaxaca and the beautiful natural landscape of Hierve El Agua and Puerto Escondido. There was a nice fusion of city and nature experience. Another great benefit was to practice my Spanish and be told that my Spanish was pretty good by a native speaker. It gave me confidence... - The College of Wooster View Entire Review
Past Review Short And Sweet
It was definitely worthwhile. The excursions really made the difference for me. If I had been stuck in town going to class, I might as well have been back home instead of in a foreign country. - Texas A&M University - College Station View Entire Review
This trip was the most amazing trip. I met so many people and learned to adapt to a new environment. I loved every moment in Oaxaca. - University of Central Florida View Entire Review
I learned a bunch of Mexican culture and history as well as specific dialect tendencies. View Entire Review
It was without a doubt worthwhile. You can learn more about what I learned and the experiences I had at my travel blog that I kept the whole semester. Vists http://onehundreddaysinoaxaca.blogspot.com/ - Berea College View Entire Review
I learned how to speak spanish very well. I had fun on my own a lot. I learned about some great mexican movies. It was totally worthwhile. I would do it again in a second. - Western Kentucky University View Entire Review
It definitely was, but I think it could have been better. I wish I got more out of my experience, in fluency and cultural growth - Providence College View Entire Review
Past Review I Miss It!
Totally worth it! I learned that I really love that place! - University of Colorado - Denver View Entire Review
I think it's really important to travel as someone from the USA - our culture is so looming and it will change your life to know that other people are living so differently, but that there are so many uniting factors in humans. - The Evergreen State College View Entire Review

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Find your dream Study Abroad Program in Mexico at Abroad101 and this directory of Study Abroad Programs, Rankings and Reviews.  

Future students are drawn to Abroad101 for the reviews from returning students.  Using the popular 1-5 star scale, individual reviews provide a total rating, which are then averaged and displayed in directories.  Individual review details give ratings on all aspects of the program: academics, housing, food, program administration and the environment, plus student support before and after the experience abroad.  This insight can be reassuring to students and help them not only pick a program, but feel comfortable in their choices.  For parents, the reviews provide a level of comfort about the provider, the destination and study abroad in general.

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