USAC Reviews

I truly cannot recommend studying abroad to Reggio Emilia enough. I loved the small town charm, and I felt that I got to be more fully immersed in the Italian culture than I would have been had I studied abroad in a major city, like Florence or Rome. I was also really glad that I was a little bit forced to learn the Italian language to get by. The location of Reggio was also great, being close to both Bologna and Milan, and it was very easy to travel to other parts of Europe from there. My classes were relevant to my major and challenging, and I was very lucky to have wonderful resident advisors there to help me with anything I needed.

I was excited to participate in this study abroad program in China. Overall, the session was awesome, especially the food and the environment. All of my Chinese professors were so knowledgeable in their areas of subject. But, a huge thanks to my residence director, Jessica Wong, who was so amazing and so helpful whenever I needed her. I have made some great friends and great memories. It has been my dream to be able to attend a Chinese university, and thanks to USAC for this wonderful opportunity. For anyone who is thinking about going, don't hesitate! You won't regret it :)

Studying abroad was the best decision I ever made, and part of the reason my experience was so great was because of the program I chose to travel with - USAC. Before my semester abroad, deadlines for paperwork were easy to follow, and someone always responded to my numerous emails in a very timely manner. I felt prepared with the amount of information given beforehand about what to expect. Most importantly, the two directors who led us in Heredia are PERFECT for their job. Extremely organized, open, fun, and supportive.

Studying abroad in Chile was an incredible experience for so many reasons. The city is expansive, with plenty of things to see and do. However, I would say visiting the north and south is a must-do because you will see things unlike anywhere else in the world, especially the US, in my opinion. The nature is phenomenal and a good chance to break away from city life, which will be most of what you'll experience since the campus is in the middle of the city. I recommend going into the experience expecting it to be challenging because, obviously, if you don't speak Spanish, there are going to be moments of frustration. My one regret is not meeting enough Chileans because it's just a good opportunity to learn about the culture but also to practice your Spanish. Also, I believe the people really make the experience so much better. Whether that's the other people in your study abroad group or Chileans you befriend on the way, getting to experience the country with others made the experience incredible. There's so much more I can say, but overall expect to be pushed out of your comfort zone, because honestly, that's when you have the best experiences.

It was a very important time for me to learn more about myself. I got to learn many things and meet new people. It was one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of my life. Every day felt like an adventure, whether it was exploring the streets, trying new foods, or meeting people from around the world. The mix of learning, travel, and cultural immersion made even the smallest moments like ordering coffee in the local café or taking the wrong train memorable. It wasn’t just school in a different place; it was some of the best memories that I’ll never forget.

I loved the USAC Program Alicante. I was there from January - May 2025. I chose Spain because I wanted the classic European study abroad experience and I chose Spain because I wanted to work on my Spanish. I stayed with a host family that was super kind and made great food and was located close to the city center of Alicante, and about a 20 minute walk to the beach. The classes were very interesting and had good professors but a very manageable amount of homework. It was really nice to not have classes on Fridays. Alicante is a beautiful city on the Mediterranean and as a mid size Spanish city, it has everything you need and more, but isn't too overwhelming. The program director from USAC was very kind, friendly, and helpful. I would highly recommend this program! I would recommend looking up Youtube videos of Alicante to see what the city looks like. It also has a nice airport with a good amount of flights.

My time in Verona was the greatest time. I have traveled to other countries and within Italy. I have met new people that became my friends of a lifetime. Building connections with the community of Verona and the staff of USAC. I have definitely grew more as a person which was my goal. I have always wanted to study abroad when I was younger and I did it! You should definitely go when you have the chance. I definitely feel safe in Verona especially walking around at night but I would bring friends of course.

Many students only know North India and North Indian Cuisine. But India is full of hundreds of languages and cultures, religions and mindsets all sharing the same space! The more I learned about India and its history, the more I understood myself and my future. This is a truly unique program because it's affordable (meals for under 2 United states dollars), full of opportunity (in six weeks, we went Kayaking, saw UNESCO sites, wore traditional dress, and tried 8 variations of mangoes!) and is challenging but rewarding. This is the classic study abroad experience that a lot of students look for, because everything is opposite from regular life, but you have so much support both from the on-site staff and from the local community who want you to learn and enjoy Indian culture.

Studying abroad in France was something I’ve wanted to do for a while. I have been studying French for years but this experience was really what I needed. The immersion helped me learn so much faster than before. This was one of the best experiences I’ve had and I definitely recommend studying abroad to anyone who is interested. I met so many great people: in my program, as well as the locals. I was able to experience a new culture and learn more about the world. This program has changed my life for the better.

This was the best experience I’ve had in my whole life. I did summer session 1 during the summer of 2024. Made great friends and great memories! My professor and USAC director were the best and were definitely helpful throughout the whole time there. If I didn’t already graduate this past spring, I definitely would’ve done it again. I was able to travel to other countries such as France, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, UK, all throughout the program. I would recommend this for everyone to go through this once in a lifetime opportunity!