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March 29, 2024

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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Bethel University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Bethel University student, please check with the Office of Off-Campus Programs/International Studies for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.

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Past Review A Time Of Exploration And Adventure Away From Home! AIFS: Wellington - Victoria University of Wellington

"I learned how to live on my own. I learned how to advocate for myself and not depend on my professors for guidance or friends for guidance. I also became a new me through exploring new things I like to do such as camping and hiking and cooking. It was totally worthwhile! I will never forget my experience!"

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Past Review It Was Beautiful And Wonderfull And Everything Nice I Want To Go Back Now Study Abroad Programs in South Africa

"YES IT WAS WORTHWHILE AND I LEARNED THERE IS BEAUTY IN THE BROKENNESS AND THAT FORGIVENESS IS NECESSARY TO MOVE FORWARD AND THAT THE PAST STILL AFFECTS THE FUTURE"

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Past Review Learning About South Africa And Seeing The Country In Action! Study Abroad Programs in South Africa

"Getting introduced to South Africa was like being introduced to a part of myself and my own history I didn't know before. Because of the oppressive past and current issues now facing this vibrant country and continent, I was challenged to question certain aspects of the Western worldview as well as aspects of my faith. I didn't ..."

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Past Review All I Can Say Is...Go To India! IFSA/Alliance: Pune - Contemporary India

"I learned more about myself than I thought I would have. I learned how to deal with conflict, how to stand up for myself, and how to handle being different. I loved (almost) every minute of it. There were times where it was really, really difficult for me to step out of my comfort zone and experience something different, but I f..."

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Past Review Amazing University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Cyprus

"I gained a broader view of the world. Absolutely."

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Past Review Don't Hold Back. University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Europe (Multi-country)

"I learned to believe in myself again. After going through a rough semester before I came, I was coming to Cyprus needing to be rejuvenate and to build myself up again. Coming abroad pushed away all the other distractions from home and I could really focus on myself."

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Past Review A Trip To Remember Study Abroad Programs in England

"I gained a better understanding of both literature and foreign cultures. Given that this was precisely what I was hoping to get out of the trip, it was more worthwhile than I can communicate."

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Past Review Life Changing, An Experience Not To Miss! Study Abroad Programs in England

"A bigger understanding of different cultures, traveling, and how to cope/adapt to change and constant moving around. The traveling aspect was an key advantage for landing an internship and a job for a big-name company that specializes in travel after I returned to the States. It was most definitely worth it! Even if I hadn't got..."

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Past Review Incredible And Once In A Lifetime Experience Study Abroad Programs in England

"I learned that the Unites States way of living is only one way of living. I learned the pure joy of reading and studying particular authors and artists and their own life stories. It was absolutely worthwhile."

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Past Review Amazing Experience In Which I Learned About Myself And The World. Study Abroad Programs in Switzerland

"I learned many things about myself, and yes it was completely worthwhile. I would not do it again because I have already had that experience, so if I were to study abroad again I would stay with a host family."

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Past Review Cehs Allowed Me To Expand My Comfort Zone And Enhance My Spanish Language. Centro de Estudios Hispánicos de Segovia (CEHS): Semester Programs

"What I gained from the experience abroad was that I can do and be a lot more than I give myself credit for. If you would tell me now that I could understand all of the Spanish that I do and actually feel comfortable speaking it, a year ago, I wouldn’t believe you. I was always self conscious to speak Spanish and now I’m confiden..."

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Past Review Spanish, Segovia, And Siestas Centro de Estudios Hispánicos de Segovia (CEHS): Semester Programs

"I learned how to speak Spanish. I had more than 4-5 years of high school and college level Spanish experience, but I was unable to hold a conversation. Now, I can claim I know Spanish and show it too. It was worth the hard work and I would do it over again if given the opportunity."

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Past Review Studying Abroad In Spain Changed My Life Centro de Estudios Hispánicos de Segovia (CEHS): Semester Programs

"So much. I learned how to be more independent, including finding my way around new cities by myself. I learned how to navigate another culture, including becoming pretty proficient in the language. I also learned to appreciate all the things that were different from home that I both liked and didn't feel as comfortable with. I f..."

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Past Review Cultural Integration And Life Changing. Richmond American International University in Florence: Florence - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"being less ecnocentric. Working on prjects with different cultures. (Marketing project with a Russian and a Bulgarian)"

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Past Review Semester In Nicosia At University Of Nicosia University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Cyprus

"It was worthwhile! I gained a deeper understanding of life and rich perspective on the way that the world functions. One of the most valuable qualities I gained was a wisdom to know how to ask good questions. This is one of the most important qualities a dutiful global citizen can have, and the mixture of intellectual stimulus ..."

Bethel University & Seminary
Past Review Spanish Language In Costa Rica Was An Adventure. Centro Panamericano de Idiomas (CPI): Monteverde - CPI Language Center

"This was a much better way to receive Spanish credits towards my minor."

Bethel University & Seminary
Past Review Spanish Integration And New Experiences Study Abroad Programs in Guatemala

"it was worthwhile. i learned how to be independent."

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Past Review I Grew A Lot! ISA Study Abroad in Paris, France

"Really learning the language was the best part for me...and now I can say that I lived in Paris!"

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Past Review Life Changing Study Abroad Programs in Guatemala

"See above. Definitely worthwhile. Loved everything I did down there. Grew a lot."

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Past Review It Was Awesome! I Learned And Grew So Much. It Was Also Really Hard. Spain Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

"I improved my Spanish so much. I learned to trust God. I learned to slow down and relax. I learned how to travel on my own and be more independent. I got to see how other people view life. It was totally worth it and I think everyone should study abroad for a semester cause you learn so much. But it seriously is really hard. "

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Past Review Overall Very Good Program University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Europe (Multi-country)

"I had a great time learning about Cyriot culture, yet having the opportunity to explore around a large portion of Europe. The travel portion of the program made it entirely worth it! Can't wait to refer others to the program! "

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Past Review Spring 2015 University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Europe (Multi-country)

"Absolutely love the employees of global semesters!!! However, I did feel that Cyprus is not the ideal study abroad location. It's hard to explore the rest of the island and stay busy due to the limits of transportation. I would recommend a global semesters but not studying in Cyprus. Overall, I don't regret studying in Nicosi..."

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Past Review Global Semesters Review University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Semester in Europe (Multi-country)

""overall, my experience in Cyprus was amazing. I met life-long friends from all over the states that I hope to continue to keep in touch with. Cyprus was a beautiful island. Although I wished we had live somewhere on the coast line instead of Nicosia that would have been ideal. However, it makes since that we are so close to ..."

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Past Review New York City...Scary At First, Better At Second. Study Away and Internship Programs in New York City

"I gained a lot. I now know how to navigate the city, ride the subway...my classes were great and I learned a lot from them. All in all it was a worthwhile experience. I want to go back and visit New York City, even though I wouldn't want to live there permanently. It is a great place with so much culture and art to see. It was s..."

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