AIFS AbroadReviews of aifsabroad.com

I am so glad I chose to study abroad through AIFS! They were helpful throughout the entire process of applying to study abroad and actually being abroad, taking classes and traveling. I love that I was able to take part in preplanned activities that immersed me in the culture of Rome and Italy! The historical walks, preplanned weekend trips, and cultural mentorship meetings gave me the ability to fully engage with what I was learning and experiencing!

Studying in Granada, Spain with AIFS was honestly one of the best decisions I ever made. I absolutely adored my host mom, Pilar, and she made me feel comfortable in a place completely foreign to me. Despite the language barrier, as I had very minimal knowledge of the Spanish language prior to studying in Spain, she made sure I enjoyed what I ate and was well taken care of. She even gave me medicine and cough drops when I was sick. Such a sweet woman! I loved my Spanish language classes at the CLM because they were small and intimate making the instruction much more personal. Noelia and Alberto were always available and happy to answer any questions I had and knew my name within the first week or two of the early start program. Granada was the perfect sized city for me- not too big like Madrid but big enough where we could do something new or explore a new part of town each week. The city is absolutely gorgeous with a view of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and it is only about an hour bus ride to some of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen! I also met some of the most intriguing and adventurous individuals while studying here, three of which I know I will be friends with for the rest of my life. Overall, studying in Granada was one of the most enriching experiences of my life and I look forward to going back!

AIFS is one of the best programs! I had an amazing experience studying abroad in Spain! There were many fun program trips through AIFS; weekend trips to Morroco, Madrid, Sevilla, and Cordoba were very well planned! My favorite was the local activities in Granada, Spain such as the intercambios and cooking class! THANK YOU AIFS for the unforgettable memories!

AIFS has so many people who were able to help me through the entire application process, as well as guide me through my semester. They offered many excursions and trips through the program, which was so helpful with making friends and taking full advantage of traveling.

My overall experience was amazing. I was able to learn about a new culture that I knew little about. The group I went with was awesome. It was fun to go with a group of people that were from different parts of the US because as we explored a new country, we were able to develop new relationships with one another. My favorite thing I learned was how to use my camera. I have always been interested in photography but I never knew anything about the settings on the camera. It was cool to learn from a professional photographer, who was very experienced and knowledgeable. My love for photography grew on this trip, for sure! AIFS does a good job coordinating with the University so we are able to experience the popular destinations in South Africa.

My experience in Granada, Spain over J term was one of the best experiences of my life thanks to the meticulous planning and preparation of AIFS staff. Noelia and Alberto were extremely welcoming and always were there to help all students through the program.

My experience in Madrid was one of the best experiences of my life. I wouldn’t change a thing.

AIFS provided me with all the tools and guidance that I needed in order to make the most of my study abroad experience!