Study International Business Abroad

My semester at College Year in Athens went above and beyond my expectations of what I could have ever expected from study abroad. In my time leading up to my semester in Athens, I had heard from students who had studied abroad previously that it was going to be a great time. I had created this vacation-like idea where I would simply be relaxing and having fun for three and a half months in Europe. And yes, it was the most fun three and a half months I’ve ever had. The density of central Athens is enchanting but not overwhelming. The community is warmer and more welcoming than any other. Every day I spent in Athens I felt like I was learning more than ever, even when I wasn’t in class. Living every day in Pangrati gave me a better appreciation for the little things and a better general sense of my place in the world. For me, the academics at CYA were the perfect balance of being intellectually challenging without taking away from time I could spend in the city. The field studies included in the program brought me places I never would have gone on my own and provided critical insight to appreciate them with. These field studies are also a perfect way to make new friends. The many adventures I went on during my time at CYA gave me a passion for exploration, trying new foods, and talking to new people that I never knew I had. I don’t know if there will ever be a time in my life I will look back on more fondly.

I don’t studied in Italy for five weeks, and I can easily say it was the best five weeks ever. Study abroad in general is such an amazing opportunity, but studying through USAC really set me up for success. Each and every staff member I communicated with, on and off site, was so helpful and kind and genuinely helped me make the best of my five weeks there. I also think the location was perfect. It’s still a tourist city, so a lot to do and see, but not too overwhelming. It was such a great place to call my home away from home. I cannot recommend USAC enough.