Program Photos & Student Reviews

"I learned so much more about cross cultural communication, Europe in general, and a bit about myself than I ever expected. It was worth every penny."

"There is no doubt that I would recommend the Summit Program. I thought the flow of the program was perfect, not too overwhelming but always something to do. It is important to find that balance in a study abroad program, and I think Summit has managed to do so."

"I learned a lot about the European Union and its current issues, while also enjoying and learning about the culture in each place we visited."

"I would 100% recommend this program to other Iowa students. I have learned so much about Brazil and will carry that with me for the rest of my life."

"New cultural and historical understanding of the countries I visited. How to live and enjoy life on my own."

"I loved all of the programming. There was always an option to dive a little deeper into Brazilian culture. I feel like I have done more in this one-month program than I imagined possible. ESPM has been a gracious host and its faculty are top-class."

"I learned that basically people are the same everywhere, everyone wants to feel accepted and respected, you just express this differently in each culture,each place just comes with its own quirks! If you have any way to study abroad you should, it's one of the best things I did for myself personally and professionally! You learn so much about yourself over the course of the program! ..."

"I liked the length of time we got in each city, not constant movement, but not too static. I liked the mix of planned events and freedom to explore on your own."

"I learned independence and the value of vulnerability in new surroundings."