Greece, Germany, or L.A.?

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Χριστόφορος

Well, I was born and raised in Los Angeles, I have spent time in Germany, and I've been living in Greece for awhile now.

Of course, the true answer lies in what you wish to actually achieve academically and professionally. It makes it also kind of difficult to give good advice because you give no information about the three different programs - perhaps one of the three blows away the other two, but we don't know.

If I were you, I would definitely take the option to study abroad. Few other times in your life will you have the chance to spend an expended period of time abroad (I mean, more than a 2 week vacation). So I'd skip the L.A. internship unless you believe it's something that would tremendously help you progress in school or work after school.

I think if you're looking into studying abroad for a true academic purpose, then Germany is the place to go. University education in Germany is top notch, and studies there are serious. A German university will appear much nicer on any sort of resume or transcript than a Greek university would. I'm sure I'll get tons of thumbs down for saying that, but it's basically true.

If, however, you're looking for a true, all-encompassing sort of experience, with the education part being secondary, then I'd choose Greece. For better or worse, Greeks know how to enjoy their lives, how to be real humans and not little working machines. And the weather! And the food! And the history! And everything!

I left behind in America a great, high-level, high-paying job, my own oceanfront apartment, everything really, to come and experience life here. And yes, my life here from an outside perspective sucks - I have little work and it's not stable, so basically I'm always broke - but here I live life. I'm not just another workbot operating from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. five days a week. When I sit on the balcony, with the sun beating down on my face, drinking some ouzo, reading Elytis or Kavafis or talking with a friend or a lover, I know that this is what life is. And I wouldn't trade that for anything.

Greg

Greece because im greek...HOPAAA

Greece because it is absolutely beautiful there and has great culture. There is a lot to learn at all three places, but I would definitely say Greece will be the most memorable in terms of scenery and history. You are so lucky!

sweet ivy lyn

Greece! You can always go to LA for an internship, but living in a fun foreign country is an experience you'll never forget; plus you get to learn a different language, try new foods, meet some great people; LaLa land will be waiting, but go Greek first!

Rock R

Greece, for sure, Greeks are so friendly, the culture is an exclusive experience, the women are lovely, it would be good to get exp and have fun at the same time, the other two sound formal and boring

Britney S

I worked in Germany for 5 years and loved it but culturally speaking I would go to Greece. It is so beautiful and it would be much more of a life experience to live, study & socialize there.

So Greece would be my first choice then Germany... I always pick the place that would be the most out of my comfort zone and find that I learn the most there because of the differences. Either way I hope you enjoy wherever you go :)

Madi brings sunshine ☼

i would chooose Greece.
that would be such a cool place to go.
and im sure they have good education teere

Peggy The Greek Freak

Well, I go to Greece every summer and I have also been to Germany. But there is nothing like Greece, let me tell you.
It's beautiful, people are friendly, very talkative, welcoming, the food is amazing, the beaches are great, the nightlife is awesome.
I would say Greece.

carolinelalonde

Germany - lots of history plus Austria, Switzerland, France and Belgium are just a train ride away

Speedy Gonzalez loukoumadez

GREECE, I have been there a lot and it is great!!! it was so much fun, it was so beautiful. And everybody there is so hospitable. If you go to Greece make sure you go to Crete.

lionsden89

I would choose Greece. I like the people, the food, and the history. It is a beautiful country and was a wonderful place to visit.

♥AngeliC spirit♥

you cant compare the beautiful sunny Greece with her crystal blue waters and her friendly people
with the cold German and California
Greece is absolutely heaven~

Aaron G

Germany rules! Went there for five weeks in college for study program. Nothing like I have ever seen. So much more culture then the US, so much to see. Easy answer.

Dóri S

I was in Germany 3times,and I want to go back,because it was fantastic.The people are very very kind...But this sommer Im going to greece...L.A isn't so magnetic for me:D:D

mr_rodneyc

You should check with all three and make a final decision. Also, check out the information as to what the seismic charts have going on at the present time. After all, everything must be considered when one is making a plan, study-wise or else. I want for you to gain knowledge and be safe as well. Remember this, What shall we then say to these things? If GOD be for us, WHO can be against us? - Romans 8:31 The Lord daily loadeth us with BENEFITS, even the GOD of our salvation. Selah. - Psalm 68:19 Peace!

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Charlie

Only one choice LA ! .It sound's like you are European so i would not even consider Germany or Greece . Grab the bull by the horn's and go for the US as if you don't in later years you will regret missing a great opportunity . It is getting harder and harder to get into the US take the chance if you are given it.

William Wallace

Scotland is far superior than all three of those places.

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