"The summer study abroad program provides an amazing cultural experience through the class material, class trips and living arrangements. It exposed us to the many facets of Italian culture, architecture and history that we would not have gained without this program."
-L.R., Study Abroad, Italy
Shared Student Experiences
We'd love to hear about your international experiences! By sharing your experiences, you can help to inspire and encourage other students. Submit your stories and/or pictures about your international experience, and you could be featured on the website.
Sushil Patel - Summer Abroad, France
Ecole Centrale Paris Summer School
"Going overseas to study in France was the best thing I've done. The program at �cole Centrale Paris was EXCELLENT and I'm so glad I made the decision to go there. It was worth every dollar and cent. The last few days were brutal as many of us weren't ready to come home because we were enjoying it too much. Paris is an awesome city and you can just pass time by walking the streets. It made an impact on me that will last a lifetime.
I would urge every student who is interested in studying abroad to consider �cole Centrale Paris as their destination. It is a wonderful campus with an extremely friendly faculty, we even made friends with a few of the students there and keep in touch frequently by e-mail. Thanks again for making this possible."
Kam Salehi - Summer Abroad, Turkey
METU (Middle East Technical University)
What did you like best, or what was most memorable, about the experience?
During my trip, I got a chance to make great friends from both Turkey and US, which we are still in touch. We also got to go on so many unforgettable trips around the country.
What was the most important thing you learned during this experience?
Knowing about different cultures is something that comes in handy in all parts of life. The only way to achieve that is to live with that culture and that is one of the great things that can be gain from studying abroad.
Why would you recommend international experiences to other engineering students?
The International Program helps students to gain the experience of working with people with different cultural backgrounds. Students can also make great international connections, which is of a great value as well.
Do you have advice to students who may want to replicate your experience?
Expect to see some major differences, but try to keep an open mind and understand those.