Program Reviews

This was truly the experience of a lifetime and an unforgettable experience. It was an opportunity for me to finish 2 highschool courses, but made them so much more fun because we were travelling. The teachers were amazing and I am so happy to have met them. We saw so many amazing sights and monuments and I think we really explored all the different cities we visited. This trip developed so many skills that I can continue to use in both my academic and personal life. I highly recommend this trip!

I joined this program in 2017 and kicked things off with an amazing summer trip to Belize and Costa Rica, where I earned my Grade 11 English and Biology credits. It was an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, learning, and incredible cultural immersion. Then, in the fall of 2018, I took part in the 90-day program traveling through Asia and Australia, honestly, one of the best adventures of my life!

On both trips, every day brought exciting discoveries, one moment we’d be diving into schoolwork in a historic plaza, and the next we’d be exploring vibrant cities or soaking in breathtaking natural landscapes.The teachers and staff were fantastic, friendly, supportive, and always ready to help, making the whole group feel like one big family. Our teachers were like personal tour guides, finding us the best local eats within budget, leading us to hidden gems in each city, and creating a learning environment that simply can’t be recreated elsewhere. The accommodations were always comfortable, clean, and welcoming.

Traveling at that age without parents felt daunting at first, but MEI Academy made the transition exciting, safe, and inspiring. I didn’t know anyone going in, but I came home with lifelong friends I’m so grateful to have shared these memories with.

I loved the perfect balance of learning and fun, with hands-on projects and engaging classes that brought history and culture to life. These experiences didn’t just teach me about the world, they completely changed how I see it. Without hesitation, I’d give this program a 5/5 and would jump at the chance to do it all again!

My MEI trip to Greece & Rome in 2005 was one of the worthwhile things I have ever done. To learn on-site at the most amazing locations on earth is unparalleled educational experience. Exploring European city streets, eating delicious food, and making new friends and meeting the great minds of history makes MEI a transformational and totally unique. My MEI friends were my best friends at university and remain my best friends to this date. If you have made it this far your decision has already been made YOU HAVE TO GO!

Had an amazing time exploring different cities and learning about the history. Met so many new people, and all the teachers and students were so nice. The trip was full of fun moments, beautiful sights, and new experiences. I’ll always remember the friends I made and the things I learned along the way.It was a trip that opened my eyes to new cultures and ways of life. I hope to travel and explore more places in the future. This experience is something I will treasure forever. It truly was the trip of a lifetime.

This opportunity is such an amazing privilege that any student can get. The friendships and experience that we are able to gain along the way in places that we rarely visit is something you cannot fully capture unless you go try this yourself. The lessons and advice from the teachers are far more valuable then you can imagine. To visit the actually locations where the history is being taught at truly helps us understand the knowledge in a difference perspective on a global scale. Thank you for such an amazing trip this year!

When I chose to go on this trip, I didn't expect much. I had learned about it since both my sisters attended. I expected it just to be more school, with a European coat of paint. But I was proved wrong, it was far more than I ever thought I'd be. I learned a lot on the trip, not just about history or English, but about myself and who I want to be. As well as having tons of fun along the way. We got to see so many cities, so many new cultures, and experience so many new things. An incredible experience, if I can say so.

The trip this year was amazing and arguably easily the best month of my life. I love to travel and mei truly helped with that while also getting school credits. Everything about the trip was good and the teachers and team would definitely be happy to accommodate anyone. The food at every location was so diverse and amazing, the hotels were always nice, clean, and spacious. School work load was just enough to make us feel productive but not overwhelmed. It’s a trip perfect for everyone and anyone in the position to go, should.

This program was an incredible experience that gave me a glimpse into what university life and gaining independence might be like. At the start of the trip, I felt like I didn’t know anyone but by the end of our 30-day stay, everyone felt like family. I’ve never felt so connected. Saying goodbye might be the hardest part.

Through this program, I learned how to manage my time wisely while still making the most of being in Europe. I also gained a lot of confidence in public speaking. By the end, I felt completely at ease because I knew and trusted my peers so well.

The experience was incredible from trying new foods to meeting new people it was such an amazing experience all across the board. This was truly a once in a life time experience and I’m so grateful to have been able to go. The teachers were amazing and there for me every step of the way through all of the ups and downs. I’d recommend everyone who gets the chance to go on this trip it’s truly changed me for the better and I’m so thankful. Meeting new people was amazing I met friends who I never would have met otherwise and I saw places I never would have seen otherwise if you can GO.

This program was such an incredible experience. It allowed me to see the world in a whole new light. The staff and students here made it such a special environment and I truly felt like I have grown as a person. I saw new places, was immersed in new cultures and met new people. This really was a trip of a lifetime. The memories that we made here are priceless and I had so much fun over the past 5 weeks. Thanks to everyone who helped put this trip together, we were able to experience Europe to its full!