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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at West Virginia University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a West Virginia University student, please check out the Education Abroad page 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."It was definitely worthwhile, I learned so much about another country and cultures of the Mediterranean. "
Becca M West Virginia University
"It was the best time of my life. I made wonderful friendships and got to explore a country that not many people know about. I gained a sort of independence that I dont feel here in America because I was on my own with new people. It has made me want to explore more of the world and help other people realize what is out there. So..."
Gordon S West Virginia University
"It helped open my eyes to Bolivian and South American culture."
Brian G West Virginia University
"I gained a cultural sensitivity and a desire for worldly exposure. This semester abroad was absolutely worthwhile and the effects of this trip will shape my time on this earth for the rest of my life. "
Alexis V West Virginia University
"Since I had never been abroad, this experience was definitely an eye-opening one. This trip has made me want to travel abroad for an entire semester and I recently went abroad for Spring Break. Diversity is becoming increasingly important in today's society and everything is becoming global. Studying abroad helped me become a be..."
Evan B West Virginia University
"I gained practical experience on working in international teams, made friends from foreign countries and got to see Europe first hand from the perspective of a temporary resident. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
matt.tabit West Virginia University
"This was certainly not my most influential Amizade experience, but, as always, it was thought-provoking and worthwhile. Like I've noted, I give little thought to European affairs and culture, so it was a new experience for me to be immersed in that perspective and to see my own land from others' eyes. I tend to travel abroad a..."
Alanna M West Virginia University
"Living in a different culture opened my eyes to how other people live their lives. The Gold Coast is very community oriented and always has soo many activities/markets going on. I loved experiencing those types of events. I became a lot more independent and open minded while abroad. It was awesome exploring some of the most beau..."
Emily P West Virginia University
"I gained a better understanding of cultures both in Spain and all over the world. I met and became friends with that I never would have approached back at home. My spanish improved more than I ever expected it to and I loved every minute of being abroad. Studying abroad makes me want to continue traveling all over the world and ..."
Brittany H West Virginia University
"This was definitely worthwhile. I learned so many things about another culture and I got to meet some amazing people."
Amanda P West Virginia University
"I also thought that I wanted to work on a medical cruise ship that provided medical care to third world countries. However, I didn't know how I would handle other cultures or being away from home. This trip helped me realize that I should be able to do this job. "
Rebekah J West Virginia University
"This experience was the beginning of my studies abroad. My experience through ISA in Spain has led me to travel to four other countries and to constantly seek opportunities for international travel. "
Tianna M West Virginia University
"Being abroad is sometimes challenging but in the end it makes you a flexible, confident, and independent person. After my experience in Bolivia I am confident that I could travel the world and not have a problem. I have always been interested in Latin American Politics but my experience in Cochabamba gave me the confiden..."
Shawnna M West Virginia University
"Studying abroad empowered me as a young woman in business and left an impact across many aspects of my life. My experience proved to me that I could go to an unfamiliar place by myself, feeling unprepared and unsure of what may lie ahead and come out of it having even more of a desire to explore new places and embrace the unkno..."
Sharlette Carey West Virginia University
"I learned a lot about myself and had some of my hesitations about working in Africa and the Middle East put to rest."
Casey J West Virginia University
"I got the compromise of living in a city I have always wanted to visit while still getting needed college credits and real-world experience."
Janelle Vickers West Virginia University
"Yes. I learned so much from traveling and being abroad. I also made amazing friends that I still keep in touch with."
Regan L West Virginia University
"YES! I hope to study abroad at least one more time to expand my cultural knowledge even more before graduate school."
Ryan J West Virginia University
"Yes it was very worth while. "
meganne R West Virginia University
"I gained more confidence in myself to know that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to. I made many lasting relationships with fellow students as well as with people in our host community. I don't take things for granted anymore and want to see and help more places throughout the world now."
Bridget B West Virginia University
"It was absolutely worthwhile, it really gives you a different perspective from living in the US."
adam.gregory.16100 West Virginia University
"From this experience, I gained a new sense of confidence and independence that I will carry with me from now on. Being able to see the world and travel on my own has pushed me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to grow as a person. "
Hannah J West Virginia University
"I learned a lot about different cultures as I was able to travel to many different countries."
A student West Virginia University
"I learned a lot about myself. I gained several life lessons that I will apply in the future. Finally, I got to experience different cultures. "
Elizabeth Crawford West Virginia University
"i learned to work along side people with different values and perspectives. It was absolutely a worthwhile experience! "
Guy S West Virginia University