Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA)
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Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is a program provider offering 15 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 10 countries such as Brazil, France, Costa Rica, and Netherlands.
SFA sponsors a variety of undergraduate and graduate study abroad programs that can be grouped into three options: SFA Faculty-led Programs, Exchange Programs and Provider Programs.
Study Abroad with Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA)
"I gained an appreciation for food and air conditioning. It was all worth it."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was vastly worthwhile in the lessons it taught me about living away from family, living in a different culture, and trying new ways of doing things."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned the value of several things we have in America. "
Kimberly L Stephen F. Austin State University
"I gained a lot of perspective of the Italian culture and myself as a person. The Italian culture is so beautifully different from what I've been surrounded with in American culture; however it also made me appreciate my way of living more as well. I feel like this experience changed me for the better and catalyzed my growth into..."
Mikaela S Stephen F. Austin State University
"I gained new friends. I had met some of the students before the trip, but I never would have gotten close to them without this opportunity. I gained new experiences. I love to travel, but I never would have seen Italy the way I saw it on this trip if I went by myself. I want to continue traveling in the future and this program w..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that balance is really key to life, and to gain perspective you have to put yourself outside of your comfort zone, no matter how scary. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Worthwhile describes the bare minimum of this study abroad experience. Even the times of stress or anxiety provided learning moments for each of us as we depended on each other for comfort. We were exposed to immense history, art, and culture that cannot be achieved in another way. Experience is everything. Students cannot hope ..."
Megan B Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that I can be independent. I gained lifelong friends. I learned that I am worthy of lifelong friends. This program taught me not only about American political culture and how it affects me but also about myself. I am an anxious person, but this program made me step outside of my comfort zone so far that I crossed an oc..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned how to be more open-minded and compassionate. There are millions of different viewpoints and opinions about issues in this world, and everyone's voice deserves to be heard."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that not everything goes to plan and having patience when things don't go the way you expect. I also learned that Italians live for quality not quantity. It was 100% worth my money, time, and effort. "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned to not take certain things for granted that we have in the US. It is important to understand what is accepted in France and the US is much different. However, if you embrace their culture then they will welcome you with open arms."
Bryson H Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was very worthwhile. I gained a lot of cultural aspects as well as the history and architecture of the buildings "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that culturally, Europe it self has different ways about handling issues and what think is the go to answer that might be straight forward is a challenge for them due to their infrastructure being vastly different."
Alexandria C Stephen F. Austin State University
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A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I really learned that there are major differences between countries and that there is still so much more to discover."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned about another culture."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I especially gained a new understanding and love for other cultures."
Samantha Altamirano Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned more about the political history of Florence and how it inpacted the Renaissance and art world we know today. Also learned more about biblical figures from artworks and how much Catholic churches influenced or commissioned artists to come up with their subject matter."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned how to interact with people who's culture and way of life is different from my own and how to be understanding of others and why it is they think or do the things that they do."
Star Jackson Stephen F. Austin State University
" I learned a lot about different periods of art, saw tons of art, learned about the history of the Italy. I gained the experience of knowing I can be on my own and I will be fine. I gained new relationships and connections. The entire experience was one I pray I will never forget. Yes, this trip was worth whiled."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was interesting looking at another country from the inside out."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Language skills, communication skills and real world expereince"
Thomas Knapp Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned much about ecotourism and horticultural practices in the Netherlands (i.e. how they manage their national park and campgrounds, and plant production and export). I also learned that travel abroad is not so scary. The Netherlands is a country that is very easy to get around even when all you speak is English. It was a g..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"This was my first time abroad, so it was just awesome being immersed in another culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Learned so much about the culture and horticulture and forestry of the area, it was incredible to see things through another perspective. Saw really great things and met some fascinating people. "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
