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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Bowdoin College. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Bowdoin College Student, please check with the Office of Off-Campus Study 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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A student Bowdoin College
"My study abroad experience encouraged me to pursue Spanish as a second major upon returning to my home institution. I returned with a new perspective and a strength in international knowledge. My plans for this summer include working for an investment manager in its global department, which was clinched by my experience with Spa..."
Megan K Bowdoin College
"I learned most about other people and myself. It really opened me up to other experiences."
Nickolaus A Bowdoin College
"I feel so much more comfortable speaking and writing in Spanish now. The only thing I regret is making plans that prohibited my staying longer."
Alexandra Briere Bowdoin College
"100% worthwhile!!! I learned so much about myself, other people, the world, ecology, conservation, and science in general."
A student Bowdoin College
"Can't really reduce this answer to a little box because I learned so much and grew in so many ways, so I'd definitely say it was worthwhile."
A student Bowdoin College
"I learned an unfathomable amount of French, I learned how different culture interact with each other and exist and finally I learned who I am and who I want to be. It was incredibly worthwhile and I am so grateful for Middlebury and the opportunity to experience Paris through a safe, fun and immersive program."
A student Bowdoin College
"I learned Spanish, made friends and experienced so many new things. It was definitely worth it"
A student Bowdoin College
"I learned how to interact with people a little different than me as well as sail a boat and do research on a ship. It was worthwhile."
Qyn (Eriq) Byrne Bowdoin College
"I gained more confidence in my ability to communicate in french."
Eugene A Bowdoin College
"I learned how to be adaptable. I easily adapted and immersed into a new culture, a new language, and a completely new style of life which I soon called one of my own. I made tons of friends and shared many memories that I will remember forever and have left behind remnants of a place that is another home to me. "
Nina H Bowdoin College
"I learned to love being in new and uncomfortable situations. I learned that people are generally very similar, but there are inherent differences in the ways we choose to live our lives. I learned how to do my part in forming incredible relationships, and I'm excited to see how they continue in the future. "
Jimmy D Bowdoin College
"I learned about how the border is affecting wildlife, how to do ecological surveys, how to carry out a scientific study and write a paper that will be used by conservationists, and how conservation and cultural issues tie together."
Perrin Milliken Bowdoin College
"My semester abroad was probably the best thing I've done in college. It was an incredible experience, Bologna is amazing, Italy is amazing."
Anna B Bowdoin College
"I learned a lot from my experience with SITA, not only about Southern India, but about my own perspective, about America, and about myself. There were definitely challenges, but these challenges were an important part of this learning experience, and I don't think I would want to avoid any of them. Going to India with SITA chall..."
Emma R Bowdoin College
"Language acquisition, cultural insights, lifelong friendships."
A student Bowdoin College
"This was a great program to improve my Spanish, learn about public health, and explore Argentina."
A student Bowdoin College
"I learned so much about the community and how conservation work within this region. This program made me think about the larger implications of effect community based natural resource management and how it offers a alternative method of conservation that focuses on the economics of the region."
A student Bowdoin College
"I learned to be more confident in my language abilities and that it's okay to make mistakes. I found that having local friends, though unexpected, was the best part of my experience. And if you have any faith background that is present in the home country, it is a very profound experience to be part of that while abroad. "
Sarah Walker Bowdoin College
"As someone who wants to have an international career, I learned that I definitely would love to work in Latin America in the future due its to warm and welcoming culture. It was worthwhile because I felt comfortable to make mistakes and grow, which might have not been possible in other locations. It was just enough to get me out..."
Erin Harris Bowdoin College
"I gained an ability to conduct research and carry it out from data collection to paper writeup. I learned to critically analyze the world around me, and I opened my eyes to cultures I had never been exposed to before. "
A student Bowdoin College
"What didn't I gain/learn?! As cheesy as it sounds, TBB was the single-most transformative experience I've had, and every part of it was beyond worthwhile -- even (/especially) the moments of culture shock and discomfort. "
Corey Schmolka Bowdoin College
"I definitely improved my German skills, in reading, writing, and speaking! I met new friends who shared my passion for German, which was actually super cool for me, coming from a super small school where all of my German classes had fewer than 7 students. I got to know the beautiful city of Berlin and made connections with Berli..."
Emily Cohen Bowdoin College
"I learned many things about the Italian language and was able to befriend several locals. It was fantastic."
Matthew G Bowdoin College
"Istanbul is a fascinating and incredible city!"
Stevie L Bowdoin College
