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 experience was incredibly worthwhile, without a doubt. I am more open minded now than before. I embrace change, challenges, and my fears - I see them all as an opportunity for growth and personal development. I find myself more able to participate in conversations about topics such as politics, education, the economy, etc. Mo..."
A student Carthage College
"I gained adaptable skills for any situation and how to communicate in situations that are not always comfortable."
A student Texas Lutheran University
"I learned a lot about being independent while studying in Seville, and I made lifelong friends. I felt very supported by the API program staff, but also like I was living in a foreign country on my own, which is something I wanted out of my experience. API was the most affordable option that I found, while also including so much..."
Leah Sharaby Western Washington University
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Danielle W Grand Valley State University
"I learned a lot about Spain and her culture. I also became more fluent in Spanish. I got to travel a lot. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Dominika Charczuk Eastern Illinois University
"I not only gained knowledge of the historical monuments in the city and their food culture, but I gained a perspective about how others live. I acclimated to a different language, lifestyle, and setting. I was challenged to make new friends (as I came alone) and to keep up an apartment with 4 roommates. I learned to appreciate t..."
A student Texas A&M University - College Station
"I gained and learned an unimaginable amount of knowledge that will guide me through life and change my perspective on the world forever. I wouldnt change this experience or take it away in the slightest. I am so grateful I have been able to go on this journey and become a completely different person because of it. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to be independent during my time and how to budget while using a different currency."
Carly University of Westminster
"I learned a lot about myself, traveling, and the beauty of New Zealand's environment and culture. I would do it again in a heartbeat!"
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned cultural perception and grew personally. Definitely a worthwhile experience!"
A student Texas A&M University - College Station
"I gained independence and a love for travel that I have yet to experience. It was absolutely worthwhile--I have absolutely no regrets about it."
Carter Link University of Westminster
"Yes because I learned about different cultures from students I met in class."
A student Texas A&M University - College Station
"Language skills, confidence, international exposure and so much happiness!! Absolutely worthwhile."
Julia Bordonaro Texas A&M University - College Station
"I learned that there in a world full of different cultures and that there is so much to learn about the world you live in "
Imani University of Hartford
"I learned to slow down and enjoy. I learned that it is okay to step out your comfort zone. "
D'Andre Mckay University of Hartford
"Personal Growth and Maturity"
Sam University of Hartford
"I gained a new found independence. I valued the days where I hopped on a bus and got off at a stop in the city and wandered looking for new sites and new food. Hands down my favorite semester in college. I have been home for a month and with each passing day my heart longs harder for Dublin. "
Alex Farley Washington State University
"Language skills, definitely worthwhile, achieved my main goal"
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to travel alone, be safe, how to rely on friends you make abroad. Yes, all of it is worthwhile."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot about culture while abroad. Everything I learn in school now, or all of my actions in my everyday life reflect back to something I learned about people and culture and communication in Cuba. "
A student Texas A&M University - College Station
"I learned more of the language and how to be independent "
A student University of Hartford
"budgeting meals and spending. travel planning. was worth while "
A student University of Hartford
"It was a great experience!"
A student University of Hartford
"I really enjoyed learning the language from speaking with local students and others who live in Spain. My comprehension of Spanish definitely improved. I also was able to adopt a more laid back and outdoorsy lifestyle that I do not find myself experiencing in America. I made Spanish friends and a friend from Germany while abroad..."
Elyse Wallach University of Hartford
"You will meet all sorts of people, but will also learn what kind of person you are. Going abroad changed my life for the better, and it was definitely worthwhile! "
Maria Melgar-Garcia University of Hartford
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