Program Reviews

After an 8-month backpacking bender, I returned home to complete my degree and graduated from University. Soon after, I was in a bit of a rut, trying to figure out what to do next - pursue higher education or feed my travel urges. I knew that online courses existed but I also knew how difficult it would be to balance school work with traveling, especially living in hostels with other backpackers, having to fight against FOMO on a daily basis.

Edumadic came into my life at the perfect time! Once I found the program, I applied for a Masters program which could be completed entirely online. Fast forward a few months, I was studying a field that I’m extremely passionate about, all while traveling South East Asia with like-minded students/travellers. Edumadic gave me the perfect balance of online studies, socialization, independence, and traveling. It also takes the stress away from planning accommodations, weekend trips and day to day activities.

Not only has Edumadic given me the chance to focus on my studies while traveling the world, it also brought so many amazing people into my life, many of whom I consider to be my closest friends. Edumadic gave me the chance to face my fears, step out of my comfort zone, become more dedicated in my field of studies, see more of the world, and make life-long memories with amazing people!

I was finishing up my Associate’s degree and deciding what to do and where to go afterward when I came across Edumadic on Instagram. I applied for the Belatrusa '18 program on a whim. It was one of the most spontaneous decisions I have ever made. I didn’t know what to expect, but the promise of travel while taking a few different online courses to help me decide what to do next, sounded like exactly what I needed: a break from campus, and the opportunity to fulfill my ever growing desire to see the world.

A few of my favorite aspects of the trip were staying in the same spot each month, as well as almost weekly excursions in each location. By staying in the same area the whole month, we were able to establish routines and become regulars at local eateries where the workers knew us by name. I loved being able to share the experiences and adventures with the same group of people throughout the length of the trip. This program helped me develop the skills needed to further my education and world travel beyond Edumadic. Plus, I have another excuse to travel; to visit my fellow Edumads!

I put off writing this review because it feels like once I do, my Edumadic experience will be over. I explored and lived in the most beautiful places and met so many amazing people throughout the length of the program, producing memories and photographs I will cherish forever.

Too nervous to travel alone and too unmotivated to spend the next three years of my life in a traditional classroom, I was drawn to Edumadic’s promise of travelling AND studying with a group of people with the same mindset as me.

Not only did Edumadic deliver on that promise, they exceeded my already-high expectations and gave me one of the best experiences of my life. Edumadic provided the perfect blend of study and travel in locations I would never have thought could offer such quality studying opportunities.

I was afraid that I would lose motivation halfway through as I had with past courses, but with Edumadic, it was easy to stay on track. Without having to worry about organising accommodation, transport and all the other menial activities, I could focus on studying and creating life-long memories with the other Edumads.

During my time with Edumadic, I spent four days on a boat in search of giant Komodo dragons, climbed an active volcano to watch an incredible sunrise, swam with manta rays, turtles and reef sharks, and spent an entire day playing with rescued elephants!

The people I’ve met, the bonds I’ve formed and the memories I’ve created will stay with me forever. Not only have I learnt so much from my online classes, but I’ve also gained invaluable knowledge from people I will now always consider to be my friends.

Thank you Edumadic for providing us with an amazing opportunity to explore South East Asia in a truly unconventional way.”

Edumadic provided a foundation for upon which I built the confidence to become fully nomadic. Before Edumadic the thought of hopping on a plane flying to a foreign country to complete a semester of school was nerve wracking; I had traveled on my own before but never had the responsibility of completing online university in tandem. My fears were subdued as the facilities provided and the experiences shared with great friends proved this approach to travel and education really does work.

Studying online proved to be easier than expected and my main priority became building bonds and sharing experiences with those in the group. Zach is a smart guy, he has a knack for finding locations and accommodation that suits a productive environment. The whole Edumadic team were incredibly friendly and there for all of us when we needed them. I’ve gained such confidence in this way of life that I’m continuing to travel and study online for the foreseeable future! This is something I would never have done before my time with Edumadic. The whole experience allowed me to reinvent the way I study and rediscover the way I travel.

Thanks for everything guys!