API Rome gave me the opportunity to mature and grow as an independent woman. Past Review
By Sarah J (Education; English, University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse) for
API (Academic Programs International): Rome - John Cabot University
I am ready to head back to Europe
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 classes were not excessively hard. I would definitely recommend taking the intensive Italian class. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Audra and Cristina were absolutely wonderful! |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I loved my apartment. I think that if there is a better way to pair roommates then please check it out. |
* Food: |
I LOVE Italian food! |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I would have loved to meet people outside of my program. |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
I never felt unsafe in Rome. |
If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Language
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
* What did you like most about the program? |
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* What could be improved? |
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | DO NOT USE PICCELL!!!! This is the phone company that id offered through the program. It sucks out your money. You are better off getting a pay as you go phone. |