Enriching Experience that I will surely remember forever! Past Review

By (Siena College) - abroad from 08/05/2017 to 12/07/2017 with

IFSA/Alliance: Manipal - Global and Public Health

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned you make your own experience. You should do what you want to do, and be friends with people who are similar-minded and mature enough to take new challenges with you. Studying abroad is a worthwhile opportunity so make sure you have a positive, open mind to take on new challenges/opportunities.

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.

Excellent Academic Rigor, Great Resources, Terrific Staff

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Excellent and friendly!

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Had a single room with a bathroom. Hotel-style living for 4 months was amazing.

* Food:

All types of International food options available. Indian food on campus was delicious.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

No problem integrating into local culture because I had a open mind.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Free insurance was provided and hospital is part of campus.

* Safety:

Very safe-lots of security and very college-friendly city

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

I loved Manipal, and everything about that experience was everything I ever wanted.

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)

Very easily/minimal cost for most things.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $20/week
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Don't buy everything you need for the semester initially-space it out and eventually you will find stores that sell things cheaply. Eat outside at least twice a week and try to go to a new place each time.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Culture
  • Opportunities
  • Lessons I Learned
* What could be improved?
  • Only allow 3rd Year students or higher to attend
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone in any occasion. It's probably for the best.

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!