Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A Memorable Six Weeks Past Review

By (Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics., California State University - Fresno) - abroad from 06/10/2013 to 07/20/2013 with

AIRC: Rome - Interdisciplinary Semester in Italy

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Before this program, I had never studied archaeology. This experience was the perfect introduction to the subject for me. I learned a lot about the subject itself and about my own abilities and interests. It was most certainly worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Our aprtment was very roomy, clean, and comfortable. They housing staff was friendly and very helpful.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I always felt safe in Rome.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

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

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 80-100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Always ask about student discounts. Check the back of menus for additional charges (bread, service fee, etc.) and for specials.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • working at the site
  • getting to know the other participants
  • living in Rome
* What could be improved?
  • I can't think of anything
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I picked up a few basic Italian phrases during the trip but I really wish I had studied Italian before the trip so that I could have had an even fuller experience.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!