Testimonials
Have a look at what some of our 2023 summer alumni thought of their time here in Cambridge!
You can also read our 2022 student testimonials here.
“Studying at Pembroke was not just a journey to a new land, but a passport to expanding horizons”
Elias, Brigham Young University
“I most enjoyed the people and the tight-knit community that it created – friends I will have for life!”
Benjamin, University of Southern California
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme challenged me in such a good way and I was genuinely excited to go to class each day.”
Kimberley, University of Southern California
“A really good chance to meet people from different backgrounds and explore Cambridge. We really learned something special and have unforgettable memories forever”.
Jialin, Hong Kong University
“I’ve made new friends from all over the world and I think these friendships are for life.”
Valentina, University of Manchester
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme is the perfect place to enrich your mind, body and soul.”
Emily, University of California, San Diego
“A summer at Pembroke is an amazing way to immerse yourself in centuries-old Cambridge tradition with fun friends from all over”.
Amrita, Georgetown University
“It’s more than a summer programme. I feel I found a home away from home thanks to every member of the Pembroke family.”
Hasan, University of California, Berkeley
“This programme enriched and energised me to change the world for the better”.
Nicolas, Universidad San Francisco de Quito
“This programme was so joyous and enriching as I was able to experience the beauty of Cambridge and its wonderful professors.”
Madlen, University of California, Berkeley
“This programme has given me the opportunity to challenge myself intellectually while also giving me the chance to experience Cambridge alongside new friends from all over the world.”
Matty, Georgetown University
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme’s biggest strength was its diversity – the activities, the people you meet and the professors and their backgrounds.”
Matthew, The University of British Columbia
“This programme has been the most amazing six weeks of my life. I’ve been both intellectually and socially stimulated and made so many core memories. Pembroke will be forever in my heart.”
Donna, University of California, Irvine
“Greatest summer ever!!!!”
Zoey, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
“I met so many life-long friends and I am forever grateful for this experience.”
Han-Jiun, The University of British Columbia
“A homely place and intellectual shelter. I met so many lovely people and I’ll forever hold this memorable experience in my heart”.
Emma, The University of British Columbia
“I literally have no self-reflections about this summer. Because it was so good.”
Fonda, University of California, Los Angeles
“Challenging, unique, rewarding. And heaps of fun.”
Jeremy, Northeastern University
“I have made friends I’ll have for the rest of my life.”
Madison, University of California, Los Angeles
“I learned more than I could ever have imagined.”
Afton, University of California, Berkeley
“Great friends and a great experience!”
Salman, Singapore Management University
“Came for the fish and chips, stayed for the friends.”
Simone, University of California, Berkeley
“I met life-long friends here, truly an amazing experience.”
Ava, University of California Santa Barbara
“Great food. Great people. 5/5 would recommend.”
Andrew, University of California, Berkeley
“Wonderful atmosphere and charming personalities”
Paco, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
“Challenging courses, I have learned so much in these six weeks!”
Jeremy, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
“An intellectually challenging yet incredibly fun programme! I absolutely loved it!”
Jerry, University of California, Los Angeles
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme offered a summer filled with learning, friendships and adventure. Truly an experience of a lifetime.”
Jackelyn, Harvard University
“The Programme Assistants were nothing but good vibes. Honestly the highlight of the programme”
Sened, Queen Mary University of London
“This programme helped me meet so many people from so many different places. It was amazing being able to share experiences with people from similar and vastly different backgrounds alike.”
Parker, Northeastern University
“The most magical place filled with magical people. I will forever remember my Pembroke summer.”
CC, University of California, Berkeley
The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme 2022 Testimonials
“I can’t think of a better way to make lasting friends and learn lifelong lessons.”
Robert, Northwestern University
“This programme has been an absolute joy. I feel enriched in every sense of the word.”
Charlie, University of Southern California
“Cambridge is a beautiful place. I discovered new things every day.”
Mitchell, Augsburg College
“I’ve made some of my favourite memories at Pembroke. From the engaging lectures to the wonderful people, I truly felt at home all the way from home.”
Leah, UC Berkeley
“The Cambridge experience is so good!”
Huang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen
“It was great getting to study and explore Cambridge - a once in a lifetime experience!”
Angela, Providence College
“I couldn’t think of a better way to spend my summer. Punting, football, we had a laugh!”
Rivkah, UC Berkeley
“The Pembroke Summer Programme has been the highlight of my college years.”
Sam, Brigham Young University
“Cambridge has a robust life inside and outside the classroom. From punting to Kettle’s Yard, every day is an exciting experience.”
Ramsay, Yale University
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme has exposed me to the academic and cultural life in Cambridge - learning a lived experience, living a learning experience.”
Eming, Yale University
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme has been the best summer of my life. I’ve enjoyed every moment.”
Leandro, UC Berkeley
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme introduced me to so many lovely people and new experiences. I had an unforgettable summer.”
Bianca, UC San Diego
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme allowed me to not only live and study in one of the greatest universities anywhere but also to have new and exciting experiences every day.”
Harry, The City University of New York
“Great summer, greater people, greatest university!”
Sam, UC Berkeley
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme offered me the opportunity to take unique classes and make friends from around the world.”
Flora, UC Berkeley
“I met some of the best people and made the best memories here. Solid 10/10, 5 stars!”
Chaehyun, The University of Tokyo
“The Pembroke Cambridge Summer Programme was truly an amazing experience. I am proud to call myself an alum.”
Gabriel, UC Los Angeles
“I had a wonderful time studying with friends at Pembroke! I’m sad to leave, especially since you don’t know you’re in the good days until they’re gone.”
Ryan, Northeastern University
“Don’t hesitate, do it. One of the most intellectually, socially and academically rewarding experiences of my life. Forever a bit changed.”