Centro Lenguas Modernas study abroad in Granada Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The workload was good. Less than at UT-austin which made it easier to travel and have more free time. However, I still learned a lot in class and my professors were all very helpful. My favorite teaching method was by my grammar profe Carlos; he would give a lesson and then the class would practice them, then he would instruct again, then we would practice. It was a very efficient way of teaching, plus he was super cool and hilarious.

On-site administration of your program

i didnt like how many people there were. it wasnt good for me. paula and inma were helpful, nice, organized and efficient. my expectations were surpassed.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I dont know the neighborhood or building name. It was right at the intersection of Camino de Ronda and Calle Recogidas. Basically all the residences in my program were pretty centrally located. It took everyone about 15-20 minutes to walk to class. <br /><br /> meals were good, safe neighborhood but you HAVE TO BE CAREFUL of creepy spanish guys. never let anyone a man into a small apartment elevator with you, especially at ngiht. always walk home with a friend. there were clubs and bars, no shortage. LOTS of shopping. DO NOT tell people Granada is a small town. I and some of my other friends were disappointed because our advisor told us it was a small town, it's not. there are stores and bars and clubs everywhere. Dont expect any village-like aspect at all. We had to buy towels for the house but basically everything else was provided. Our host family ate meals with us and stuff. I never became very close, it was always kind of awkward except for my "host brother" mateo. We, and my roommate became super good friends and we'd go out together and go on trips together. it was super fun having him as a brother during that time.

Mama cooked great meals. However, I AM PICKY about food. I think one of the most important things is eating healthy food and for breakfast you will have some sort of sugary white bread and cafe con leche. If you want to have a healthy breakfast, expect to buy it at some specialty health food shop. It really sucked for my healthy friends whose host moms cooked them burgers, pizza or eggs every single day. I LOVE SPANISH OLIVE OIL. its the only olive oil i buy now; yum!!!

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

morocco was interesting, trips with friends were fun.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

i had to go to the doctor once. Paula went with me. I forget the deal with the payments and insurance and stuff. Healthcare was perfect. Hospitals clean. everything was good.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

I practiced with my professors and host families. I used it everyday, in stores and at cafes. Most people did not speak English, not including my classmates.

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