GEO Student Testimonials

GEO Student Testimonials

Studying abroad is a transformative experience. Hear firsthand from UO students about their experience abroad. GEO offers 200+ programs in 60+ countries. The World is Your Classroom.


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DIS Copenhagen

Frances smiling in Denmark wearing an "I Heart Copenhagen" shirt.
Studying abroad was an experience that I will never forget. I was able to meet new people from other schools and make lifelong connections. Copenhagen was truly the most amazing place, and I cannot recommend it enough. Image…

GlobalWorks Internship in Tokyo

Evelyn smiling in a garden wearing traditional Japanese robes
My GlobalWorks internship in Tokyo during the summer of 2024 was a crucial part of my academic year. Through this experience, I grew both personally and professionally, gaining valuable skills in cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and problem-solving in an international work environment.…

Studying Abroad in Greece

Cohort of GEO students posing for a photo at night wearing matching "I Heart Greece" T-shirts
Studying abroad in Greece was incredible. The program is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! It was so thoughtfully curated. We had the chance to meet amazing people as well as cook and eat amazing food! I had the best time ever traveling in Greece with people I’ll be friends with forever!Clara…

Studying Abroad in Stockholm

Annika with their arms out in the snow in Europe
I had the wonderful opportunity to study abroad in Stockholm, Sweden, for the spring semester of my junior year. As an environmental science major, I was curious about the engineering side of sustainability, so I opted to study Environmental Engineering. It was an unforgettable semester - we got to…

Studying Abroad in London

Group of seven GEO students smiling at a pub in London
Being able to experience living in London was life-changing for me. As a first-gen student, GEO made studying abroad extremely accessible and realistic for me. I made some of my best friends through the program, and I was fortunate enough to meet a group of girls with whom I explored and traveled…

Summer Business in London

Jordan smiling with sunglasses near the Big Ben in London on a cloudy day
Studying abroad in London last summer was one of the best decisions I made during my college journey. London has always been a dream of mine, and the Summer Business in London program gave me the perfect opportunity to explore the city and truly experience what it would be like to live there.I…

Pathway Oregon in London

Cohort of GEO students throwing their "O" in the British Museum
I had the opportunity to study abroad in London through the Pathway Oregon scholarship, traveling with a cohort of 20 students for a month. During this time, I explored London in a Global Context while studying contemporary British politics and society. The program combined coursework, excursions,…

Studying Abroad in Paris

Katie smiling in front of the Eiffel tower across the river seine during a sunset
I went abroad to Paris, going into my sophomore year with my best friend, and it was the most amazing experience. We got to learn so much about the city's history, in and out of the classroom, while immersing ourselves in the culture every day. I met so many wonderful people, especially those who…

Studying Abroad in Seoul

Four students posing on a roof in Seoul with their hands framing their faces
My time studying abroad in Seoul, South Korea, has been nothing but life-changing and built on meaningful memories! From learning Korean for two years in class to being completely immersed in the culture and language, it has been such a privilege!I was a huge fan of K-pop, K-dramas, Korean food,…

Interviewing and Story Development in Queretaro

Arturo throwing their "O" in Mexico
As a Mexican American student who isn’t part of the SOJC, I will always have a deep appreciation for the SOJC and GEO for giving me the opportunity to visit my home country. I’ll never forget the emotions I felt experiencing a plane take off for the first time in my life. Although my time there was…