I will forever be grateful to ASA for the study abroad experience they provided for me. Any qualms I had about living in a foreign country were eased by their informative pre-departure packet and friendly staff, who were always a mere phone call or e-mail away to answer any questions I had. Being part of a smaller program allowed me to instantly bond with others from ASA right away, which made the transition that much easier. Also, ASA is great about introducing you to your new home and helping you learn the ropes. I would recommend ASA to anyone wanting to study abroad.
Academic Studies Abroad
Not Verified
What's this?
9.3 / 10
after 26 Reviews
Based on overall, support & value average ratings
Program website: http://www.academicstudies.com/
I had an absolutely incredible time studying abroad with ASA. One of the greatest assets to ASA was the smaller program size. I felt like I had quality time with my resident director and we were all in her best interest. Being in a small group made me feel like I was actually immersing myself in a foreign country, rather than being a 50+ traveling group of Americans sticking out wherever we went. Being in a smaller group gave us more opportunities and also the courage and confidence to meet more locals and have a more real, local experience. I was really happy with my school and felt like my host family did a terrific job in looking out for me and introducing me to Catalunian culture.
I highly recommend Academic Studies Abroad for people wanting the best of both worlds, the opportunity to study abroad with a well-known,reputable organization and support, but also the opportunity to immerse yourself in a culture and country.
Program:
Location:
Posted: August 1, 2009
Overall:
10
Support:
10
Value:
10
By: Anonymous
Age:
I had a great time with ASA. The program was really small which ended up being a great thing! I knew everyone by name and could easily and quickly get a hold of our site director. It was a very personalized program and I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it to anyone!
Program:
Location:
Posted: July 21, 2009
Overall:
9
Support:
9
Value:
9
By: Anonymous
Age:
ASA took all the stress out of planning my study abroad, leaving me free to fully enjoy the experience. They had immediate answers for my questions, were warm and helpful, and from the very start earned my complete confidence that I made the right choice by studying abroad through them.
Program:
Location:
Posted: July 19, 2009
Overall:
10
Support:
10
Value:
9
By: Anonymous
Age:
I absolutely fell in love with ASA as soon as I signed up. They are so helpful from step A to step Z, from getting you on the plane to your destination to making sure you get home safely. When I was in Spain I never once felt like I was out of the loop with anything that pertained to my study abroad experience. My site director was amazingly helpful, and to this day we keep in contact and I can't wait to go back and visit her and my host family! If I can give you one word of advice, if you are feeling skeptical about which company to travel with or which city will fit your needs best, contact ASA because they are outstanding people who are here to help you.
Program:
Location:
Posted: July 15, 2009
Overall:
10
Support:
10
Value:
10
By: Anonymous
Age:
