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 gained a multicultural view of humanity and it was a growing experience maturity-wise. I was able to make lots of lifelong friends and my language skills developed immensely. I highly recommend studying abroad!"
Makenna M Eastern Illinois University
"I learned to be more open minded and my world view has expanded. I learned how to be even more independent. I believe it was very worthwhile."
Cloe E Berea College
"I learned so much about myself. I learned how to be independent, how to put myself out there to make friends, and also how to budget money. "
A student University of Hartford
"improving my Spanish, getting out of my comfort zone when it comes to socializing, trying new foods. it was so worth it!"
A student Wellesley College
"A sense of independence and open-mindedness. Thisbwas worthwhile because now I am self-reliant and have a greater understanding of various cultures."
Nancy S Texas Lutheran University
"So much design knowledge and experience. A love an appreciation for the Spanish language and culture. A love of Catalonia-- its art, history, and people. Would go back to Barcelona in a heartbeat. "
Kyndall W Texas Lutheran University
"I don't think I could sum up the things you gain from going abroad, but I certainly feel like I came back a lot more confident. There is nothing like knowing you can navigate back to your air bnb from a beach an hour away in Italy when you don't speak the language. This experience is absolutely worthwhile, and I loved Edinburgh ..."
A student University of Hartford
"Extremely worthwhile."
A student Texas Lutheran University
"The world is inherently bad."
Anonymous A University of Westminster
"It helped me learn how to navigate a foreign city."
Michael E University of Hartford
"uhhh....yes it was worthwhile. Of course it was! I learned soooo much about myself. More than can be put it into words. I come home a new person and a person that is capable of so much more. There are things I did at the end of the program that I would not have been able to do upon first going."
Aaron W University of Hartford
"A better understanding of classical architecture"
Caleb J University of Hartford
"cultural understanding, it was very worth it"
A student Wellesley College
"I thought I would have an epiphany, a great realization, and I didn’t. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t worthwhile, it just means I was unrealistic."
Sara C University of Hartford
"Don’t break your leg dancing in a nightclub cause it’s not fun!"
Bari G University of Hartford
"One thing that I gained from my experience abroad was how to live independently. I learned how to cook for myself and how to manage my own budget and time in a more concrete way than even living on my own at college in the US the not facilitate."
A student University of Hartford
"I learned how to be totally independent and self reliant while abroad. I experienced what it was like to be an adult and making a life for myself with all the responsibilities and tasks that came with it. Despite any of the challenges I faced while adjusting and being alone, it was definitely worthwhile and would recommend it to..."
A student University of Hartford
"I believe I gained a lot of independence and a much deeper appreciation for the world outside of the US. It was so worthwhile and was truly a big dream of mine fulfilled."
Joshua Budney University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about independence and responsibility. It encouraged me that I could go anywhere in the world and be ok. I met so many new friends and experienced so many fun things that I never would have if I hadn't gone. "
A student University of Hartford
"I learned great and valuable things from Spain. Go to Spain, go to Granada. However, go through a different provider. You will leave feeling frustrated, abandoned, and more if you choose API. "
Kameryn Ramey Texas A&M University - College Station
"I am beyond grateful for the study abroad experience as it allowed me to dive deep into a culture I had only ever learned about in the classroom. I found meaningful ways to develop my Spanish skills and confidence to speak the language. Lastly, I stepped out of my comfort zone and was open to all the wonders of South America, ma..."
Kendra Nusbaum Winona State University
"I learned to slow down. How to become friends with those from different backgrounds from me. See place I might not have been able to see otherwise. "
ali k Maynooth University
"I gained so much independence, cultural competency, language abilities, and personal skills. Most of all, I had the time to really learn about myself, who I am as a person and who I want to become. I grew exponentially."
Claire Coleman University of Dayton
"I learned more French and I learned that Americans really are obnoxious. "
Kenneth Cruz-Flores University of Hartford
"Yes, I've gained more individuality "
Gabrielle Sayer University of Hartford
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