Throughout my study abroad experience, I learned more about myself and my own culture, as well as French customs, which I’ve begun to integrate into my lifestyle. Even though 22 hours is a long time to travel, it felt infinitely short compared to my time abroad. Final ThoughtsWhen I first decided to study abroad, I was scared out of my mind, and I honestly didn’t really have any interest in doing it. Through the tough parts of being away from home for so long and struggling with language barriers, it all proved to be worth it, and now I have the experiences of a lifetime because of the Study Abroad program at UM. Read More:My Study Abroad Experience Part 1 – Getting ThereMy Study Abroad Experience Part 2 – Living in FranceThings I Wish I Knew Before Studying AbroadMadison Knapp est étudiante à l’Université du Montana, où elle étudie l’écriture créative et le français.