Jack Roberts

Jack's Education Abroad Experience

"I wanted to go somewhere German-speaking, and away from the typical Mediterranean and UK destinations. Central Europe has always fascinated me as a point of contention and lore in the history of the continent. The program was affordable as I was able to apply my financial aid towards the price of the program.

During my education abroad experience, I was able to not only complete courses relevant to my field of study but also participate in a semester-long internship with a local Austrian consulting firm. Feeling accomplished academically made excursions to other places in Austria and beyond feel deserved. One of my favorite excursions was exploring Budapest and hiking the city with a friend.

People are people everywhere you go. Despite differences in looks and languages, you find kids in Czechia still enjoy the angles of life like you do. Everyone goes to school, wants to fall in love, and likes a quality pint of beer. Western culture is more homogenous than I thought it was before leaving.

I think my time abroad gave me a chance to develop independence, foster my curiosity, and understand that one of the least important things in your life is your job. The world is so big, and financial support is vital to ever see it.

Understand that the conditions in your life right now that make this possible may never formulate again. You are right now, in college, at the most wonderful stage of your existence to do something bold like going overseas. The leap is worth it, and most students I know were upset to come home."