AEA Bodh Gaya is worth it. Past Review

By (Religious Studies, University of California - Santa Cruz) for

Carleton Global Engagement: Buddhist Studies in Bodh Gaya, India

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
One of the absolute best experiences of my life, socially, personally and academically.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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?

lived in a buddhist monastery

* 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:

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)

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hostel
  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans