API / Academic Programs International
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API / Academic Programs International is a program provider offering 100 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Graduate Program, and High School abroad programs in 23 countries such as Gap Year Abroad, Costa Rica, Spain, and The United Kingdom.
Academic Programs International (API) encourages students to embark on a lifelong experiential educational journey that enriches lives, communities and organizations and helps every student, college and company to achieve their goals. Through the creation of APIConnect, an experiential education technology platform, we help colleges, universities and students create and discover learning experiences customized to meet their needs. APIConnect offers a vast library of destinations, accredited courses, internships, and original programming geared toward maximizing students’ college experiences so they are better prepared for the workforce upon graduation. Based in Austin, TX, API sends thousands of students on hundreds of programs virtually and in nearly 70 cities in 25 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. For more information, visit our website at https://apiabroad.com/.
Study Abroad with API / Academic Programs International
"I learned quite a bit about myself and what I want out of life. I learned a lot about cultural perspectives and how being American impacts my personal views on global topics. This was an extremely worthwhile experience."
Kathleen K University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse
"Not only did I grasp the language better, I made so many great new friends. I got to travel all around the world and it was simply amazing to experience a variety of different cultures."
ari.philbin Fairfield University
"I learned to appreciate other cultures and how to live in a new environment. I made a ton of great friendships, and I wouldn't change a thing about it. "
A student Fairfield University
"You learn more about yourself, your priorities, and what it means to be an American. I learned to step out of the bubble that was my life by being in a different country, surrounded by people that I had never met and with whom I had very little in common. It was 100% worthwhile."
A student The College of William and Mary
"This was the most rewarding experience of my life. I learned so much about myself and those around me. I would happily recommend or provide more information to anyone debating this study abroad program. I want to be back!"
A student Bentley University
"I gained an understadn of sulture, language, and other ways of life. I also gained a deeper sense of self understanding. This expereince was extremly worthwhile andI wuold do it again in a heart beat "
Deanna R Bentley University
"I gained a lot of independence and learned so much more than I expected. If I could do it all again, I would go right back to Dublin with the same group of students. It was an experience I'll never forget!"
A student Bentley University
"I have gained an outlook into a culture and society that is so different from the US and from Europe. It was amazing to see this country that is in Latin America, but so incredibly advanced. I gained the ability to talk without fear, and to live away from my family."
Domenic D University of Hartford
"This was the most amazing experience I have ever had to opportunity to take part in. I learned so much about myself, how to survive on my own, and how to communicate with others. The abroad experience teaches you more life lessons than you could learn at home. Forcing yourself to be on your own creates an environment that dem..."
A student Bentley University
"I learned a lot more Spanish and how different cultures can be. It was worthwhile."
Shane H Western Washington University
"This experience was life changing and I would do it again in a second"
Deanna R Bentley University
"Studying abroad was the best decision of my life. Traveling almost every weekend with new friends is an experience I would encourage everyone to try! The most valuable lesson I learned was to enter every situation with an open mind. "
A student Bentley University
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A student Bentley University
"I learned about various cultures and how important culture is to each country making each country so unique. I gained more of a worldly perspective and I am now a lot more open minded after being forced out of my comfort zone for four months. "
Casey W Bentley University
"Amazing time and learned a lot about myself and the way i deal with things when they dont go as planned, and being able to cope with that made me that much stronger. Overall the best time of my life"
A student Bentley University
"I learned that Spain is the place for me after college"
A student Bentley University
"I learned about a whole new culture as well as having the opportunity to travel around Europe. It was definitely worthwhile, I saw a lot of things I wouldn't have other wise."
A student Bentley University
"Studying abroad is the most experience. As a painter, studying in the city of renaissance art was truly remarkable. Not only was I able to paint the city I loved so much, but I was able to see the paintings I am inspired from. I leaned how to be extremely independent. I was also able to become fully emerged in the culture and le..."
chelsea.norwich University of Hartford
"I learned more about the language, about people, and about Spain. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Western Washington University
"learned a lot about the world. definitely worthwhile!"
A student University of Hartford
"I saw a lot of scenery, and learned a lot about the culture, but the most valuable skill I gained was self-reliance. It helped me explore the less-traveled path with confidence, which ultimately enriched my experience."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I became fluent in Spanish and learned about the Costa Rican culture. It was exactly what I wanted in a study abroad experience. It was everything and more that I imagined when I pictured myself studying abroad. The locals, not just the professors and our host families, were very welcoming of American students and wanted to h..."
Jenny P The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to adapt to a new way of life. It was amazing to be accepted into another family and exposed to their lifestyle, friends, and culture. It was extremely worthwhile to take Spanish classes, immerse myself in the Costa Rican culture with my host family, and travel the country with great people going to beautiful place..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"My experience abroad was a one in a lifetime experience. I was opened to so many new views and opinions and I got to see so much. It was worthwhile and something I hope I can do again in the future. "
Samantha S University of Maine at Orono
"I am so lucky to have stumbled upon this program. I was on this very site a year ago and picked API from one of these reviews, and I am so thankful that I did. It was such a life changing experience. All I knew was that I wanted to study abroad, but I had no idea what the difference between the various programs were. Thankfully,..."
Hayley S University of Central Arkansas
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