Program Reviews

My experience in Torino was life changing. I went in with no expectations and I didn’t know anyone. I met some of my best friends to this day and we have planned trips to meet in the states the past two years since. I was immersed in the culture and Italian lifestyle while still able to freely travel on weekends and breaks. I went to 8 countries and 15+ cities which was made possible by the convenient location of Torino. The teachers and support staff made the process of being away from home much easier. My housing was very clean and well maintained. Couldn’t recommend this program more!

The year I spent in Nagasaki was the best year of my life. The university is small, with less than 1000 students and teachers combined, making it easy to meet people and form connections. I typically struggle to make friends, but here I made friends from countries all over the world. There are many opportunities for personal growth, both academically and through community involvement. Nagasaki is a great location because it has a rich history of cultural exchange and is very welcoming to foreigners.

I went through USAC to Brisbane, Australia and studied at the amazing Griffith Uni! My classmates (and aussies in general) were so welcoming, and the experience was an amazing blend of the familiar and the new. The program staff at USAC were so helpful and friendly, they made the process easy. Staying on campus really helped me meet other people, and they had such a large international population that I was able to learn about a lot of cultures in addition to Australia! There was a great variety of things to try, living just outside of the city but close to the beaches and national parks. I would recommend that everyone go at least once in their life, though if you're like me it'll probably be more.

This program has a lot going for it. The staff was amazing, the teachers were fantastic, and the other students were great. The only thing I have to say is that I found it hard to have a lot of fun in the city. I understand that traveling is a big part of study abroad but I was a little disappointed about how quickly it felt like it had tried everything within walking distance. Other than that there was a ton of great food, I made some friends with the locals which was one of my personal goals. Great

This was such an amazing, life-changing opportunity. I made some of the best memories and had incredible experiences every single day. I will never forget it! The USAC program and Dara my program director were so helpful with every step and all my questions along the way, I felt super supported. While living in London for ninth months, I was able to work as a bartender, travel to 13 other countries and study film hands-on making several short films. It was so perfect, I would recommend to anyone! I would love to do a study-abroad graduate program now.

I was in Pau France for 4 months, and when I compare my language ability from the start of my program to the end I see significant differences. Pau is a small walkable city with a great city center. All of the shop keepers are very welcoming and enjoy speaking with the foreign students when they can. All of the bartenders and waiters are also very friendly and willing to have a conversation with their customers. There are not a lot of advanced English speakers so I was forced to speak French which is what convinced me to choose Pau as my destination

Studying abroad in South Korea was one of the most eye-opening experiences of my life. It wasn’t always easy—the constant weather changes made me sick more often than I expected, and the extra costs of medicine and care pushed my budget more than I had planned. But those challenges taught me how to adapt quickly and take better care of myself. What I enjoyed most was the feeling of actually living there instead of just visiting. Over time, I learned my way around, could order food without hesitation, and felt comfortable navigating the subway. I also built some amazing friendships that made the experience even more meaningful—we explored the city together, tried new foods, and shared a lot of laughs. Campus life was another highlight. I actually looked forward to going to class every day, not just to learn but to connect with my professors, who were incredibly supportive and engaging. Outside of school, I had so many personal adventures—whether it was wandering through traditional markets, going to noraebang alone, or staying out late for street food and drinks with friends. Those everyday moments, big and small, became memories I’ll carry with me forever. Overall, studying in Korea helped me grow more independent, adaptable, and open-minded. It pushed me outside of my comfort zone, gave me lifelong friendships, and showed me how rewarding it is to embrace both the challenges and joys of living in a new culture. I will go back in the future and not just because I love it there, but because my vision of working there in the future as an English teacher is now certain.

I had a great time studying abroad in Seoul! Being in the USAC program and taking the group flight meant that I met new friends from the beginning and had people to hang out with. Many of the girls I met ended up rooming on the same floor as me, and I could talk to them daily. I had a great time attending classes and exploring the city. I learned a lot about living in a big city and the city itself. I made many new friends along the way and experienced things like free music festivals that I would not have experienced at my home university. I cannot wait to go back to Seoul!

I did everything I wanted to do while studying in New Zealand. From roadtripping the whole country to making friends on campus that I still to this day stay in contact with. I don’t regret a thing. The food in New Zealand was new but soooo good. The atmosphere alone made me feel at home. Lots of rain which I was not used too but I do love rain. Sometimes. And one of my favorite things about new Lena’s were the roads. Even though they were windy it was so beautiful just driving through New Zealand.

This was one of the most amazing experiences. Being abroad allowed me to experience new cultures, amazing foods, great people, and cool cities on a deeper level. It also made traveling throughout Europe very easy and the possibilities of places to visit were endless. I made some lifelong memories and with new friends that I will never forget. Verona is so amazing, full of rich history, culture and plenty of great food. Each day was full of unforgettable moments and the location made traveling to more amazing places super easy.