Amazing Past Review
By Jeremy l (Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering., Trinity University) for
Arcadia: ISI Perugia - The Umbra Institute
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Totally and completely worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
It was amazing and I'd do it again in a heartbeat. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The people there are very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
House was great and landlord was on the ball with repairs etc. |
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Its Italian... always amazing. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Italian culture and people are amazing, including tourism and nightlife. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 100 Euros |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Budget yourself and plan trips 2-3 weeks in advance. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Go for an entire semester, not just 6 weeks. |
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