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
"My study abroad experience was worthwhile, without a doubt. The experience changed my entire perspective on American culture. Things that I had previously regarded as fixed realities have since been challenged, and I have left with a greater appreciation and critique of American culture. My experience hasn't necessarily changed ..."
Marisa O University of Rhode Island
"I learned a lot about myself and the kind of goals and directions I want to go in life. I am now looking to teach abroad in either international schools or mission-oriented schools. I absolutely love learning new cultures and cannot wait to go for it."
Mary M Grove City College
"It was the best decision of my college career and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I gave it five stars because it was that great, and now I'm actually getting prepared to teach English abroad in the coming months. I loved it and I will be a lifelong traveler. "
Hayward S Texas A&M - Baylor College of Dentistry
"The experience that API provided me has encouraged me to try to go abroad again. I plan on teaching in the region in the near future. Not only has the experience raised my level of spanish, I now understand the European culture much better."
Ryan G Pacific University
"My study abroad experience was life changing. I learned so much about the world, about what I wanted to do and most importantly, about myself. I honestly think that studying abroad makes you a better person because you have the opportunity to see, experience, and do so many new things that most people don't have the chance to. I..."
Caitlyn D Texas State University-San Marcos
"Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. I would do it all over again without a doubt!!"
Christine S Texas State University-San Marcos
"Non-academically: absolutely. "
Monica W Wellesley College
"I met amazing people on he trip and we are all still close after coming home. "
sarah h Saint Anselm College
"My experience was so worthwhile. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I learned about myself and was able to explore my independence. Before this trip I did not think of myself as someone who could go abroad for this length of time and be on my own. But I learned through this experience that if you make the most of it it will cha..."
Monica J Saint Anselm College
"YES. My time abroad helped me to explore the world - and to explore my own identity."
Amy P Saint Anselm College
"The classes were amazing and great, but the life outside of the classroom was miserable. I wish I would have just taken French summer school in the states."
Elizabeth W Saint Anselm College
"YES! It was a nice break from the craziness of America. I plan on going back very soon. "
Michelle C The University of Texas at Austin
"I couldn't ask for a more positive experience. Budapest is the hidden gem of Europe. My recommendation is to find it while it's still hidden. "
Dan D Hamilton College
"100 percent worthwhile. I would do it again tomorrow if I could. It changed my cultural awareness positively. I can't wait to go abroad again."
Christa S Stonehill College
"It was very much worthwhile and I would do it all over again. One of the biggest things would be that even when it seemed like everything is going wrong, I managed to figure it out and learn how independent I can be on myself. I am more aware of other cultures from just being out on the streets with various people. There are so ..."
Heather S Kansas State University
"You grow up a lot when you have to depend on yourself for food, transportation, daily activities, etc - especially in a new country."
Claire J Kansas State University
"I definitely want to go back to London and live there now! It's like a second home. I miss it!"
Joyce C Kansas State University
"This experience was the best of my life so far and certainly the most unique. I gained an awareness of and confidence in my own abilities to create the life I truly want for myself. I can now better recognize and accept my desire for adventure and also realize what kind of people I would like to surround myself with. I also le..."
Stefanie P Providence College
"Yes! The language skills I gained from my time in Grenoble have set me on a trajectory towards a positive and opportune future. I have already graduated from college and in the year between returning from my study abroad, I spent a summer on an independent research project trip in Uganda (time abroad in France gained skills for ..."
Kay B Northeastern University
"Before you go abroad, most people tell you that it is going to be a life changing experience. Although this is true, you may not realize this change until you are well into your semester abroad, or perhaps not even until you come home. During my time abroad, I did a lot of traveling throughout Italy and to many of the surroundin..."
Leah P Bryant University
"Yes. I am more independent, I became my own travel agent, I learned some Italian and now looking into minoring in Italian."
Kristin Z University of Hartford
"Yes"
Patrick M Saint Anselm College
"I learned about other cultures and people-- not only Italians but the Americans I was living with and interacting with. Those experiences helped me earn about myself and I now see things so differently than before."
Mary M Quinnipiac University
"It was a life changing experience. I was able to learn more about the culture."
Berenice H University of Texas - El Paso
"Yes!"
david h University of San Diego
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