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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Williams College. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Williams College student, please check with the International Education and Study Away 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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Alexa Curt Williams College
"Absolutely worthwhile. I developed close and lasting relationships with my host families, made wonderful friends, and explored a unique country. "
Lucy Page Williams College
"You learn more about yourself and the world outside of the classroom than you could ever dream of from a textbook. It was a beautiful, enriching experience that made me who I am today. "
Lourdes M Williams College
"My semester with SIT Bolivia opened up the world before my eyes. It has changed the course of my life and quadrupled the possibilities I can imagine for myself."
Isabel Cushing Williams College
"I gained experience on how to live on my own in a foreign place. I learned how to use my new language skills to get around and I learned how to appreciate different cultures."
Matthew Muralles Williams College
"I learned how to be a naturalist, I learned a ton about the nuances of conservation work, I learned how to examine my own culture in comparison to other cultures, and I learned a lot about how I want to live my life and what kind of life I want. I also made such close friends!"
Noah S Williams College
"New Friends, Much improved Spanish, feeling a part of a distinct culture and lifestyle, and improved hobbies: classical guitar and Latin Dancing"
A student Williams College
"My study abroad experience was DEFINITELY worthwhile. I was able to experience the Russian culture via complete immersion, finally having the opportunity to see for myself what I had read about for years in textbooks. I enjoyed the challenge of communicating with natives and learned a lot about Russia's neighboring countries fro..."
Austin B Williams College
"What I learned at Warrawee deepened my interest in working on environmental policy, as we studied the political context and how poor policies had contributed to ecological destruction -- as well as how changes to those policies could make a big difference on the ground. I learned very practical ways of how to give back to my com..."
K.G. F Williams College
"Most worthwhile decision of my life! You gain a unique appreciation for and understanding of the world and environment around us, through an oceanographic/sailing lens. The only way to travel is by ship. I now plan to work on ships for some time after college and want to go into experiential education because SEA truly changed m..."
Elizabeth D Williams College
"I learned to speak french more proficiently. This was the biggest aspect I wanted to accomplish on my trip to Paris. The internship was really a bonus. I feel as if I gained valuable experience. "
Marie F Williams College
"Pachaysana is actually supporting local participant communities in changing their systems, from small greenhouses and stages to the stories that circulate in our societies. It was a privilege to take part in that dreaming together."
Gabe Williams College
"Language and cultural skills, in addition to the experience of a lifetime"
Scott S Williams College
"I gained and learned so much. I learned how independent and resilient I am. I made wonderful friends that I will stay in touch with for years to come. I advanced my French skills immensely. I challenged myself each and every day to expand my comfort zone and take full advantage of the experience before me. I got to travel and ex..."
A student Williams College
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Alan Chabot Williams College
"I gained a lot of knowledge of marine science and policy, two things that are not super accessible at my home school. I had never been so involved in collecting scientific data before this program. It's corny, but SEA also teaches you so much about yourself, and for a lot of students on my program, it's not something that we'll ..."
Krystina Lincoln Williams College
"I learned how to lean outside of my comfort zone and explore more. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
Cailin Stollar Williams College
"I learned so much outside the classroom this semester. From local people to government officials, engaging with individual people on regional issues showed me the importance of learning without books. "
A student Williams College
"I was able to become much more self sufficient whether it was cooking for myself or navigating foreign cities, studying abroad forces you to learn how to survive on your own"
A student Williams College
"I felt I grew more as an individual, developed my Italian skills, and got better as a singer (I was doing the music program, and I had a really great voice teacher)."
Daniel P Williams College
"Living in Madrid taught me how much I love living in a city and allowed me to reflect on what I want to do going forward toward graduation. I gained a lot of self confidence as I traveled and learned to navigate the city. I also made wonderful friends that I know I will be close with for years to come. Studying abroad in Madrid ..."
A student Williams College
"I learned how I wanted to live life. I learned how to relax and I learned a bit of French along the way. "
Michael N Williams College
"Choosing to study abroad in Spain was one of the best decisions I have made. I gained a lot of independence and learned how to travel abroad. I now feel comfortable traveling in countries where English is not the primary language. My conversational Spanish improved significantly. I now have an understanding of the Spanish/Andalu..."
A student Williams College
"I learned to be adventurous, take risks, be independent, and speak Spanish better!"
Casey Pelz Williams College
"I wanted to be immersed in Spanish culture and learn to speak some French! Most definitely mission accomplished and I had tons of fun along the way!"
A student Williams College
