University of South Carolina - Columbia
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of South Carolina. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of South Carolina student, please check with the Study 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."Again....BEST TIME OF MY LIFE. I realized while abroad that just like when learning languages, you have to work hard in life for what you love. Working hard for those things will always be worthwhile! Always!"
Celeste P University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I gained an appreciation of language and latino culture! This program was the best choice I could have ever made. "
A student University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I gained an understanding of another country. While I was only there for 10 days, it felt like at least a month. I learned about a different culture and saw real-life pollution problems that I had only learned about in a classroom setting. This trip solidified my interest in hydrology and water resources and gave me the motiv..."
Katherine K University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Program was definitely worth while-I learned more about the Spanish language and Latin American culture."
Rachel L University of South Carolina - Columbia
"My French improved greatly and I think that I am a much more independent and confident person."
Sarah University of South Carolina - Columbia
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Caroline University of South Carolina - Columbia
"a lot of independence, travelling skills, adjustments to culture. 100% worthwhile "
Erica Warne University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I could speak forever about how worthwhile my two trips abroad have been. I wish I could've stayed forever, and it's only a matter of time before I figure out the next way I can get back there. I have gained life-long friends from all over Europe and all over America that I made wonderful memories with. I gained knowledge about..."
Kelsie S University of South Carolina - Columbia
"It was absolutely worth it. Four weeks on the open ocean, sailing a tall ship...If you're looking at this review, you're already interested in this program. Go for it."
Kirsten S University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I learned a lot about myself and about other people. I learned how to be more independent and to not worry about unimportant matters. I learned to take chances, "Vivir Mi Vida," and to enjoy the little things in life. "
Katy S University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Absolutely. I wish I could have stayed forever!"
Hannah D University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Going abroad allows you to get out of your comfort zone while experiencing something new every day. No two days are the same and that's what makes everything so worthwhile."
Kevin University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I gained educational and several life experiences. I also made many great friendships that I carried back home. "
Mark W University of South Carolina - Columbia
"After studying in Granada, I learned to adapt and become more accepting of different people. I made close friendships, and still keep in touch with those friends today. I learned so much about the Spanish culture, and am in love with anything and everything Spanish now. My time abroad was the time of my life. I wouldn't chan..."
Kara G University of South Carolina - Columbia
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steph t University of South Carolina - Columbia
"It was 100% worth it and I would do it all again the exact if I could."
A student University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Living there was and will always be one of the best experiences of my life. I will always have a special place in my heart for Torino.I gained a real sense of self and Independence.I would go again in a heart beat."
Sarah C University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Wow. My study abroad experience was more than worthwhile. If I could do it again, I definitely would. There are times that I wished I would have picked a more typically South American country - like Peru, but in the end, I loved Argentina and Buenos Aires. It was great living in a country where everyone talks about sports and po..."
Caroline A University of South Carolina - Columbia
"While abroad, I learned to view the world from a non-western perspective. I learned to compare and contrast inequalities you learn in the classroom with inequalities you see every day. I learned to take risks, to live in the moment, and to try things outside of my comfort zone. It was so incredibly worthwhile."
Adrianna S University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Learned how rewarding it is to experience other cultures, to learn a language, and meet people from all over the world. "
Brooke H University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I learned how to live in a very diverse environment "
Nikki V University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I feel that I learned how to be more independent and learn to go with the flow from my study abroad experience. You can't always have control over entire situations, especially while traveling. Studying abroad taught me how to deal with issues that may arise and how to be more easy going. "
Erica A University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I learned a lot of perspective. America isn't the center of the world anymore and to be successful, you really need more of a global knowledge. I plan to expand my knowledge from Eurpoe and America to all parts of the world. "
Jackie B University of South Carolina - Columbia
"Varanasi is endlessly confusing, and therefore endlessly fulfilling. I learned about my spirituality, ability to adjust to new environments, and the world. The most influential part about my experience, however, was learning to love learning again. The program directors are great and help you along the way while host families ma..."
Rayna B University of South Carolina - Columbia
"I learned a lot about myself as a person, how to travel and plan trips, how to budget and a little Spanish!"
Lauren Galida University of South Carolina - Columbia
