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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Drake University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Drake University student, please check with the Global Engagement Office 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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No important dates configured."That you can do anything when you put your mind to it. Do not be afraid of the unknown. Yes!!!! It was extremely worth it."
Marissa Owens Drake University
"I learned a lot about making friends, which sounds super cheesy. I had to make an entirely new set of friends, and it was scary at first, but I think I am so much better at talking to people now than I was before! I even feel that I am much more comfortable talking in front of a crowd as well, like I am more confident than I was..."
Ally Klein Drake University
"I gained confidence and independence from this trip. I did so many things I never thought I would ever do and I am better for it. This trip was 100% worthwhile. "
Aspen Walters Drake University
"I now look at life completely differently. I was exposed to a new culture and way of life. I am extremely open minded and my career path has changed."
Kassandra Blaschak Drake University
"I learned so much and it was definitely worth every minute and every penny. I got a completely different perspective of the world and grew as an independent person."
Brianne Messer Drake University
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I developed a lot as a more well-rounded individual. I met amazing individuals from all over the world, saw unimaginable beauty, and learned a lot about myself, traveling, time management, how to go with the flow, and many more things. I loved it so much!"
A student Drake University
"More knowledge about the culture and life outside of the USA "
Lauren B Drake University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I feel like a completely new version of myself now. I am more confident, self-aware, assertive, accepting, and so many other things that I never imagined I could accomplish in just four months."
A student Drake University
"My favorite part of studying abroad was traveling away from Wiener Neustadt"
austriaabroad Drake University
"I learned how to be adaptable and open-minded to much more than what I was previously accustomed to. I am very much a planner and throughout my time in Wales and other countries around Europe, I learned how to take each moment by themselves and adapt to the new cultures and languages that I was surrounded by, without having to s..."
Lauren S Drake University
"I learned so much about new cultures. I fell in love with the city and I can't wait until I can return. "
Brenna K Drake University
"I am a very different person now. More independent, laid back, flexible, creative, culturally sensitive, and I take more time on the things that are important to me."
Emily E Drake University
"My experience studying abroad in Morocco has not only allowed me to meet others with similar passions as my own, but has also enabled me to immerse myself in an unknown culture and speak with locals about issues that affect them on a daily basis."
Taylor D Drake University
"I learned so much from my experience abroad! I studied abroad because I wanted to have a cultural experience and learn as much about my host country, and every other country I visited, as possible; and, I was successful with this goal. Studying abroad was an incredible, life-changing experience that has changed me as a person. I..."
DrakeStudent Drake University
"Choosing The Education Abroad Network's program at Griffith University in Gold Coast, Australia changed my life so much. From the first day of the program when I met staff members at the airport to the farewell dinner, I felt like I had found my second home. I was able to experience different cities up and down the east coast of..."
Mackenzie A Drake University
"My experience was definitely worth it. I had the most fun of any of my semesters in college so far. I learned how to be self-sufficient, how to plan trips, and found the person I wanted to be. I also got to learn about how to hike and all the planning that is involved with it. Furthermore, I got to learn about an interesting cul..."
Haley C Drake University
"Going abroad is often labeled as a period in your life saved for finding yourself through cultural immersion. We all have hopes of going to another country, seeing the world, and learning about what makes a place special. After my time in Vienna, I not only found all of these explanations to be true, but I found more than that. ..."
A student Drake University
"IES Abroad is nothing short of spectacular! I just returned from the program in Barcelona (Fall 2014) and every bit of my expectations were surpassed. IES works to emerge their students in all the wonders of the city they live in, especially within the first month. They offer so many activities within the city, all guided by eit..."
Kaylynn N Drake University
"I think I experienced a ton of personal growth. I feel I've become a more well rounded person and much more able to interact with people I do not know or are different from me"
Brien B Drake University
"The world requires action. There is an unlimited amount of things to accomplish wherever you are; all you need to do is go! Keep mindful of the larger picture of both the world and your own life. Live how you want to."
Mitchell H Drake University
"It was pretty isolated, but I really learned who I was outside of other people. It was pretty hard, but it was absolutely worth it. I'm really glad I went."
A student Drake University
"1) The world is big. 2) The world is small. 3) Be a traveler, not a tourist. 4) Take advantage of everything. 5) It's good to try new things and step outside of your comfort zone. 6) Go out of your way to meet new people. 7) Don't forget to slow it down sometimes (quality over quantity). 8) Don't be afraid to let loose an..."
Kirk P Drake University
"How to relax and focus on relationships. Yes."
Mollie W Drake University
"I learned so much about myself, a new culture, a new language; so much I can't even begin to describe it all. I think studying abroad is worth it on every level and I wish I could make it available student. "
Brayton D Drake University
"It was definitely worthwhile and I gained first hand knowledge of a new culture and way of living. I also made friends who came from all over the US and a few in Spain. "
A student Drake University
