Norway: An Unforgetable Summer! Past Review

By (Pre-Physical Therapy, University of North Dakota) for

American College of Norway (ACN): Moss - Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained everything from my study abroad experience and I believe every moment was worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The teachers were great, the classes I took were appropriate and I was given the perfect amount of workload. There were not too many differences in the educational system because I was being taught by UND professors.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

They were very helpful and my expectations were met!

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

We did not have any type of meal plan therefore we had to buy our own groceries and provide our own meals. We were supplied with a fully equipped kitchen. The grocery store was relatively close and you can easily find any type of food you are searching for.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everything was very memorable! We went on several field trips to Oslo which were all educational and fun.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Moss is a very safe city. However, I still recommend always traveling with someone when in a foreign country.

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)

Language

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
  • Local Students

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? All students would benefit from this program but especially those who have do not have any international exposure.