"It was so good to be in a place uncomfortable yet safe, culturally rich yet affordable. When you combine that place with a program full of academic rigor and peers eager to embrace challenge, you get AIT."

"Studying computer science abroad at AIT not only increased my coding, problem-solving, and design skills, but it allowed me to become more culturally aware increasing my desire to compassionately serve, and to reach out to the world as I continue my computer science journey."

"A lot of people boast that they had the best study abroad experience, but I truly believe that AIT is, without a doubt, the most amazing program any person could go on."

"AIT Budapest was the best semester I've ever had — everyone I met, from staff and faculty to other students, was incredibly friendly and genuine."

"I loved my time at AIT, the faculty were world class and offered incredible mentorship, fellow students were brilliant and passionate about learning, becoming a family away from home."

"I came out of my semester with lifelong friends, an incredible bond with the AIT staff, and a deep appreciation for Budapest that I had never expected before. I have learned things about myself and about living on my own that I will remember forever."

“You have access to classes you probably can’t take anywhere else, taught by the leaders in their respective fields.”

"AIT was, hands down, the best time of my life. The AIT Team is so dedicated, caring and fun. The professors are top-notch. Budapest is breathtakingly beautiful. I made countless memories and friendships that I will cherish forever."

"Being surrounded by professors who are passionate about what they teach and are experts in their fields, peers who are talented and are dedicated to learning about computer science, and staff members who care about you created an amazing experience for me."

"Being able to take upper level CS courses in addition to Hungarian culture classes was a huge plus, made even better by the remarkable professors I learned from, and by the brilliant students who became my friends."

“I’m really glad I came to Budapest because the city is beautiful and the other students are brilliant. I didn’t know anything about Hungary before AIT, so I feel very lucky to have found out how perfect this program was for me."

"AIT is a new unique study abroad program that really bridges the chasm between academia and industry."

"I had an opportunity to study with Hungary’s top mathematicians and scientists, and entrepreneurs like Gábor Bojár, the Bill Gates of Hungary."

"Here at AIT, I found a multi-cultural community. AIT cares about you and your learning, embraces Hungarian culture and community."

"AIT is an unmatched opportunity to gain insights about business and entrepreneurship, learn and practice design, meet great people and study computer science in a vibrant and beautiful city."

"If you are a technical student looking for a compelling study abroad program in a spectacular location, AIT will satisfy you; but if you are a technical student looking to build a business and a life as a pioneer, then AIT is perfectly tailored for you."

"It's an eye-opening experience -- both in terms of cultural immersion and the breadth of computer science."

"From spending time learning from some of the best Hungarian professors with fellow Computer Science students in AIT’s beautiful facility during the week to exploring Budapest’s cuisine, social scene, and historical monuments on the weekends, the entire semester felt like a dream."

"The program also allowed for a lot of independence while abroad. Instead of feeling like a student going to school in Budapest, I felt like an adult who lived in Budapest and sometimes went to school. I cannot emphasize enough how thankful I am to have done this program."

"To potential applicants - AIT will provide you with a home away from home, and the chance to forge special memories that you will never forget. If I could, I would absolutely do it all over again."

"Studying at AIT-Budapest immersed me in Hungary's fascinating culture and allowed me to befriend and collaborate with dozens of dedicated, passionate students from all over the world. I strongly recommend the program."

"Studying abroad at AIT is the highlight of my college experience. The city itself is a magnificent place to call home. The AIT community is small and close-knit. The friendships I’ve made there are for forever." 

"Living in Hungary and being a student at AIT were among the most impactful experiences for my personal and career growth in college. I fell in love with the people and culture in Budapest."

"In one word, my experience at AIT was life-changing. The program coordinators and the professors made my time in Hungary truly amazing. I learned so much in my time there. The Mobile Development course helped me learn how to make my first app and helped me get an internship! The Data Structures and Algorithms course helps in even in my day-to-day now as a Software Engineer! I only wish I could do it all over again!"

"For me, AIT was an opportunity to grow. I was able to immerse myself in a new culture and experience life in a different country. This was one of the most memorable semesters I've ever had."

"AIT added another dimension to my college experience. The students were truly the heart and soul of the program, and I’m grateful for getting the chance to make lasting connections with them."

"From the best accommodations to having delicious Hungarian dishes to high caliber classmates to fabulous staff to enthusiast professors teaching grand classes, AIT-Budapest has my highest recommendation of all time."

"Most of my professors at AIT actually came from industry and not only taught us useful material but were also able to provide us personal advice and guidance in career planning."

"I love the city and its vibrant culture, and cherish my relationships with the professors, staffs and friends, many of whom are lifelong friends and people I look up to. If I had one word to describe my experience on the AIT program, it would be impactful."

"2020 Spring semester has been a wild ride for everyone. For sure I’m very disappointed that the semester was cut short, but in a way this once in a lifetime experience also taught me valuable lessons that I will carry with me."

"Studying at AIT was a wonderful challenge. It was a new experience to balance coursework, exploring a new city, and traveling at the same time, but the challenging aspects made it more rewarding." 

"The coursework is enough to keep you engaged and motivated, but light enough to still allow you to explore Europe most weekends. The staff are incredibly helpful, generous, genuine people and will become some of your best friends at Budapest."

"The unique opportunities at AIT and Budapest are endless. All the immersive applied classes taught by great professors, the city’s concert venues, clubs, the cosy teahouses and cafés. Staff and students are amazing." 

"AIT is a perfect abroad program for those who want to hone their practical programming skills while exploring all of Europe on the weekends. The support and care I received from the staff and faculty I will always be grateful for. Köszönöm!" 

"At AIT, I was able to focus on computer science and design, explore the great city of Budapest, and befriend my fellow students and the amazing staff. I can’t imagine a more welcoming and dedicated place for studying abroad."

"I can't recommend this program enough. If you are even mildly interested in AIT - please come."

"The AIT community made the experience special; its small size makes the program feel really close-knit, and the AIT staff are really going out of their way to try to make sure everyone has a great experience. I can't recommend this program highly enough."

"The curriculum options and excellent professors led to an academic experience that I could never have had at my home institution.  The staff was friendly, incredibly helpful, and generally made Budapest feel like a home away from home."

"The AIT program is a perfect experience for anyone who's passionate about languages, culture and technology. I had such a blast exploring the beautiful city of Budapest while taking on projects and classes I'm truly excited about."

"The professors were also really helpful and usually willing to stay after classes to answer questions. The city of Budapest is beautiful with so much to see and do. AIT-Budapest is a great choice which I don't regret!"

"Studying abroad in Budapest was unlike anything I’d ever done in life. Living on my own, taking care of myself and taking classes that I’ve always wanted to helped me learn so much about myself and about adult life."

"The program offers a mix between fun and travel with school and projects providing you with the autonomy to find the balance that you want from studying abroad. AIT is a truly worthwhile experience."