Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The most wonderful experience in my life so far August 28, 2024

By (Psychology, Education, Brandeis University) - abroad from 02/04/2024 to 06/16/2024 with

Arcadia: Sydney - University of Sydney

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I feel so happy, I made friends who I hope to have in my life forever, I have gained so much confidence in my ability to create a life for myself wherever I end up.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

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?

* Food:

I didn't have a meal plan but the food in Australia was very fresh and grocery stores were very well located in relation to my dorm.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I felt very safe to walk alone at night as a women.

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

I met the best people and saw the most beautiful places, I would love to move there.

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? Around 150
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Just put aside a lot of money before you go, I work two jobs and thats how I made the money I needed.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Exploring
  • Friends
  • Location
* What could be improved?
  • Program Communication
  • Arcadias transparency about housing
  • More class options for abroad students
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It will all work out, I ended up living with 5 boys and 1 girl which was definitely nerve wracking in the beginning, but worked out wonderfully

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.