Why did you decide to study abroad with AIFS at the University of Granada?
Bridget: I really wanted a lot of cultural activities to go along with my study abroad experience. AIFS offered that with not only a welcome weekend in London, but also cultural trips to Seville, Cordoba, as well as cultural activities every week in Granada. I learned SO much about Spain just from visiting the sites and paying attention to our guides provided by AIFS.
The staff, compared with other study abroad companies were a LOT more helpful. If I had questions regarding the application process or about the program, I was answered immediately with a personalized, in depth answer. I felt confident and prepared by the time of departure.
What made your study abroad experience unique and special?
Bridget: I have traveled a little before this experience, but nothing topped it. I guess it had to do with the setting and the amount of freedom associated with the program. Some programs I looked into had activities planned for every weekend and the classes were rigorous. This was much more laid back and I was free to travel to other countries and do my own thing. The cultural activities, like stated before, were amazing.
How has this experience impacted your future?
Bridget: I am already planning more international trips (currently, Peru--I'm hoping to go next year!) and traveling has become one of my biggest passions in life. This experience will also help me professionally in that I am majoring in Nursing and Spanish, so many hospitals today look for bilingual medical staff. This experience also helped me academically and socially in that I learned SO MUCH in traveling. I am able to understand another language (how cool is that?!) and appreciate other cultures other than my own.