The dorm rooms were perfect, clean and spacious. It was a nice walk to campus everyday, and I learned a lot from my professor. It was also right on the beach, less than a 5 minute walk! The students and administrators of our group were great people as well. They had group meals and traveling, which helped make it feel like family. They also encouraged us to grow in every aspect. We traveled to amazing places on the weekends, which was super simple to do, truly an incredible experience. I would do it again in a heartbeat!

During my junior year of undergrad, I knew I wanted to study abroad to see the world and gain valuable experience and knowledge to take with me back to the states. I had hit a bump in the road looking for different programs that were affordable, friendly/welcoming, and full of opportunity until I came across USAC. USAC had everything I was looking for and turned out to be everything I hoped for and more! From the extensive language and cultural immersion, to the friendships I made, USAC made my study abroad experience one that I’ll never forget. The staff, faculty, and friends that worked alongside me at USAC prioritized my success and overall experience. I was able to take a windsurfing course, enhance my Spanish skills, and travel to various parts of the city with included program field trips. I highly recommend USAC for anyone considering studying abroad, you definitely won’t retreat it!!

My experience abroad was a truly amazing experience. I will never forget all the great teachers and friends I made who were very helpful and fun to be around. Not only is Valencia itself a great, lively, and friendly city, but it is also a great host city that enables traveling around. The public transportation system is very convenient as well, and had easy connections to the airport or train station. Lastly, the UPV was a great school with a beautiful and easy-access campus. I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to explore the world and get out of their comfort zone.

My experience with USAC was nothing but amazing. The staff was very friendly and helpful throughout everything, and were very easy-going. Their events and help with integration into UPV were amazing, and this experience has changed my life. I went in a different person than I left! It was overall an amazing experience that I would recommend to everyone who has the opportunity. My personal favorite was the Spanish classes, which were the best I've taken in my life. The professors cared so much for every class, and I came out with so much new knowledge.

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 studied abroad in Valencia during the summer and I had such an amazing time. I stayed with an extremely supportive host family, and while the language barrier was challenging, I learned so much about the local culture as well as about myself. I took an intermediate Spanish class, where we learned how to speak about relevant social and environmental issues. I also took a cooking class, where we learned how to cook authentic Valencian paella, among other local dishes! I met so many friends, went on adventures I will never forget, and solidified my knowledge of the Spanish language!

I have always been a quiet student who focuses mainly on academics. I chose to study abroad to have a time where I focused less on academics and more on having a memorable experience. I lived with a host family who were incredible and helped me explore Valencia. I played beach volleyball and went swimming in Montanejos. Valencia is beautiful, and I found a community in Spain. My professors were so supportive. But more importantly, I gained experiences that I would have never done on my own. I was out of my comfort zone, but for the first time I felt capable and free.

I had an amazing time studying and living in Valencia, I would definitely recommend the trip to anyone who's considering it! Valencia was small enough to still have a safe, calm atmosphere while still giving you the Europe experience (not to mention how much cheaper the city is than the bigger destinations like Madrid or Barcelona). There's plenty to do in Valencia, especially if you take the USAC windsurfing or cooking classes, but it's also so close to so many more destinations (I went to Dragonstone from Game of Thrones on one of my weekends and Barcelona on another). I loved my time in Valencia and with USAC!