Study Abroad at the University of Exeter

Going abroad was, undoubtedly, what I needed to start becoming the best version of myself. The University of Exeter is a fantastic campus with a plethora of societies to join. Before studying abroad, I really kept to myself at school, but I was determined to make the most of it, and I opened myself up and joined so many organizations — from the Body Society for work out classes, to the Harry Potter society to do scavenger hunts. I found myself not only being more willing to interact with others, but having these interactions became so much easier for me to do. I, a proud introvert, suddenly felt so much less awkward starting conversations with strangers. I was in a new environment, and— while that is scary— Exeter is a wonderful place to sit and ponder those emotions. Coming from a non-walkable city, there is nothing I loved more than spending time with myself at the quayside, or being able to walk from my dorms in the middle of town to anywhere in the city. As a writer, it allowed me to truly observe the world around me, and how I wanted to put it to the page. I left Exeter with nothing but kind things to say. Every student and teacher and local that I met was absolutely lovely, and there are many that I still keep in touch with and cherish dearly. This is a journey that I cannot recommend enough.

I loved my experience over at Exeter. It was my first time in uk so I was super excited. Exeter was a university town which I felt very safe. The weather wasn’t the best but I met a whole bunch of cool people from all over the country. I met most of them through different club/organization. I also met some nice people from my dorm, which was a private dorm near the university. I’m still in touch with some of the people I met. I even met up with some in Paris, Seoul, London, and Manchester.

Packing my life into a suitcase and flying 4,600 mi (7,600 km) across the world felt overwhelming. Coming from a small Montana school of fewer than 1,500 students, I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but once I arrived, the people I met made my transition easy. I lived with eight other exchange students from all over the world, and they quickly became my new family. My classes were much more independent than what I was used to in the States, but I enjoyed the change. My favorite class was Food Chemistry, where I made kombucha and mozzarella during labs. In addition to my studies, I traveled throughout the UK, Rome, Venice, Naples, Barcelona, and Dublin. Each place was incredible in its own way, and they made me appreciate what our world has to offer. This experience provided me with lifelong friendships and memories, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to study abroad at the University of Exeter!