Academic Year Study Abroad

Studying abroad with API was the best possible way to spend a semester in college! A few things I loved in particular about Granada & API: (1) Support offered by resident directors: whether you need help changing your courses on the first week of class or just need someone to talk to, they are always there and are the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. (2) Host family: they were so welcoming and always made me feel at home; it also gave me the chance to practice the language far more than I would’ve been able to living in a dorm or apartment with other exchange students. (3) City: Granada is a fascinating mix of old and new, big and small, and full of the most beautiful spots that look like they’re straight out of a movie. (4) Travel: Granada also allows you to travel easily; you can take the two hour Alsa bus ride to the Málaga airport to find flights headed almost anywhere you can imagine, or explore one of the countless day trips just a bus or train ride away. Overall, I can’t recommend studying abroad in Granada with API enough. I can assure you that you’ll return with broadened global perspectives and memories that will last a lifetime.

Studying at Beijing Language and Culture University through Go Abroad China was a dream come true. The teachers were patient, engaging, and truly dedicated to helping us succeed. I stayed with a local family, which gave me daily language practice and a deep connection to Chinese culture. The program combined rigorous academics with real-life experiences like cooking classes, museum visits, and cultural excursions. I left not only speaking better Mandarin but also feeling like I had a second home in Beijing.