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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Pennsylvania. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of Pennsylvania student, please check with the Penn Abroad 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."I learned about the lab and research culture in Israel. It was very interesting to see how friendly and approachable everyone is. In addition, I do feel like I learned more about the field of cancer research and had a great opportunity to learn new lab techniques in cutting edge facilities and with knowledgable mentors. "
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I now know to travel as much as I can, which sucks because of COVID. It was more than worthwhile."
Asha Wiltshire University of Pennsylvania
"Extremely worthwhile. You learn a lot about the world just by experiencing it and meeting new people from different backgrounds and cultures. If you haven’t travelled much, I beg that you take the chance and you chose Beirut to make a new home in. "
Eiman Eltigani University of Pennsylvania
"I learned so much from living in Greece. I immersed myself in the local culture, traveled around Greece, and even hiked up Mount Olympus. I had a fantastic time."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"Traveling is my passion and Morocco was one of my dream destinations. Thanks to the Lankey team, I realized my dream trip last summer and I visited the gorgeous moroccan cities like Chefchaouen the blue pearl city and Marrakech the red city, all while learning French. My skills really improved since I had the chance to not only ..."
Jennifer Adams University of Pennsylvania
"For anyone who is passionate about sustainability and loves exploring nature, the GREEN program is for you! I went to Iceland through the GREEN program this past August. Being able to experience Iceland in its true form, whether it be the jaw-dropping landscapes, camping next to a glacier or visiting renewable energy plants, was..."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"Absolutely. I learned to trust myself and to persevere with my language learning"
Nicholas Wehbeh University of Pennsylvania
"For sure worthwhile. Experiences you cant get anywhere else. "
Salomon Serfati University of Pennsylvania
"I learned to be braver and to go outside my comfort zone more. It was definitely worthwhile."
Nadira Berman University of Pennsylvania
"My experience abroad taught me so much-- I am a much more responsible and capable adult now. I feel like I can't even sum up my experience-- I learned so much in every moment, and I will continue to process it for years to come. "
Faith Padgett University of Pennsylvania
"Incredibly worthwhile. I can now speak Spanish confidently at work in Philadelphia! "
Kit University of Pennsylvania
"I sincerely learned a lot about myself. I made some very good friends, and even a current ex-girlfriend (long story). When I look back at my time there, I realized how much I learned outside of the classroom by interacting with the culture. It wasn't one of those programs that coddles you and makes you draw about your feelings w..."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"This experience helped me learn how to immerse myself in, and succeed in, a different environment. Being in a new environment really teaches you a lot about the world and yourself as a person."
Dylan Rhile University of Pennsylvania
"I gained both practical skills and a network of students from around the world. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"Professional experience"
Andrew University of Pennsylvania
" lifelong friendships, language skills, street smarts, travel experience, global perspective, cultural knowledge, compassion, understandings. This being worthwhile is not even a question at this point. I'd do it all over again right now!"
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I learned a lot about Moroccan and Arab culture, and gained a greater awareness of global issues and my place in the world. I also improved both Arabic and French language skills."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I gained so much in terms of my Arabic language learning. "
Rachel D University of Pennsylvania
"This was my first long-term experience abroad and I loved it. I learned so much about myself on this program; it changed how I see the world and how I live in it."
Rachel D University of Pennsylvania
"I learned a great deal of cultural understanding and flexibility. My preconceived notions about the Arab world were challenged and my sense of identity was further shaped."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I learned so much about the diversity of Ecuador--the culture, the languages, the people. I made lifelong friends, I practiced my Spanish daily, I picked up some new Kichwa phrases, and I learned new ways to think about things like sustainability and development. "
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I am definitely glad that I chose AMIDEAST, despite a few of the setbacks I had with professors and my host family. Most of my courses were incredible and the program staff in Amman are very competent and responsive to the needs of students, without being overly involved or coddling. I really loved the language partner component..."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"I learned that I'm much happier when I am traveling and in a school with a small amount of people. "
pverlin University of Pennsylvania
"I learned so much about Portugal, about the Azores, about European healthcare, about European culture, and so much more. I was able to learn a good amount of Portuguese, and I witnessed some amazing surgeries. I also met some very inspiring physicians, and I made friends with a few locals and with other visitors to the Azores. I..."
A student University of Pennsylvania
"A lot of vocabulary and cultural knowledge. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Pennsylvania
