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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Western Washington University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Western Washington University student, please check with the Office of Education Abroad 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 was able to gain a better understanding of what it is like to live in a big city abroad, and in general"
Zoie S Western Washington University
"I was able to learn more about the study of happiness, along with the Danes culture."
Zoie S Western Washington University
"I was able to gain an appreciation of art, and religion within Rome."
Zoie S Western Washington University
"I studied abroad in Fall semester of 2019 and I loved it! Like most study abroad students, I had my reservations about coming. While of course there are moments of frustration when you can't communicate yourself in Spanish, I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. You will not only grow immensely in your Spanish abilities..."
Erin Walter Western Washington University
"A new sense of independence, a love for travel and so much more. It was incredibly worthwhile."
Alex F Western Washington University
"It was So worth while! I learned how to make friends faster, and gained a lot of professional experience."
Grace Sears Western Washington University
"I learned how to survive in an area where I was not fluent in the language. I also learned how to manage money, which is harder to do when it is a foreign currency that you're not familiar with. I also got better at making friends with people from other parts of the United States and of course, the world (having made friends wit..."
Joseph Esguerra Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about being independent while studying in Seville, and I made lifelong friends. I felt very supported by the API program staff, but also like I was living in a foreign country on my own, which is something I wanted out of my experience. API was the most affordable option that I found, while also including so much..."
Leah Sharaby Western Washington University
"I am way more independent, confident, and capable in general. I'm a family-oriented homebody, and studying abroad showed me what it's like to travel and live on your own. It really changed how I live and my goals for the future. It was absolutely worth it."
Mikayla Lawrence Western Washington University
"I gained the insight of working abroad and figuring out that's what I wanted to keep doing. "
Alayne bohlander Western Washington University
"It was the best experience of my life. I always knew I wanted to study abroad, but it was more than I expected. It allowed me to grow up and learn away from any familiarity. I had to learn how to save money and spend it wisely, how to learn from a new university with different expectations, how to ask for help, and how to handle..."
Kathryn Church Western Washington University
"I learned more about myself as a person and about the world that I live in. I gained experience outside of my comfort zone and came back a more motivated, inspired, and open hearted person. I wouldn't trade my time in Thailand for the world!"
A student Western Washington University
"My study abroad experience was more than worthwhile! I gained a better insight into the global landscape and was able to spend time in a culture that is very different than my own. Through this, I believe that I am a more well rounded person and can tackle any issue that comes my way with a global perspective in mind."
Monea Kerr Western Washington University
"Personal enlightenment, field research. Yes, I aim to pursue conservation biology."
Ross F Kamimoto Western Washington University
"I gained a good amount of French language and made a lot of state-side friends. If I could go back and do it again, I would not choose to live in Aix, but I am glad I went. "
Alison S Western Washington University
"I learned a lot of things about how I interact in new situations and my ability to communicate with others in general. I found the experience to be completely worthwhile."
Phillip R Western Washington University
"The most important thing I gained from my experience was confidence. I learned that I am capable of leaving behind a comfortable lifestyle and thriving in an unknown environment. I learned much about how I communicate with people, and gained the confidence to make lasting friendships quickly and easily. Summed up, I gained the ..."
Nick K Western Washington University
"I learned some language skills, as well as a sense of independence and self-reliance. "
Halee S Western Washington University
"I am capable of so much more than I ever realized. I can honestly say I didn't have a single bad day, and I owe that to the pure positivity I was able to cultivate within myself while in Thailand. Unfortunate things may happen sometimes, situations can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, but life abroad is an exquisite sort of cha..."
Jaiden D Western Washington University
"Totally worthwhile. I was challenged by dealing with a new school system and interacting with people in a foreign language."
A student Western Washington University
"friendships and a better understanding of conflict "
Jessica F Western Washington University
"This was an independent study abroad sponsored by WWU. I seriously appreciate that WWU students have the opportunity to design and pursue unique international studies. This was an amazing experience and I loved connecting my love of plants and Spanish language as I rode my bicycle from El Salvador to Panama."
A student Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about myself, and I gained many valuable experiences and made a lot of friends from around the world besides Japan. It was worthwhile as an experience, but if I had to do it all over again I would have definitely gone somewhere else."
A student Western Washington University
"I learned a great deal about myself and how I react to different situations of stress. I also learned about what I believe defines American culture."
Mitchel L Western Washington University
"I learned that I can live abroad on my own and that I want to live in London in the future."
Anna J Western Washington University
