One of the best experiences of my life. Past Review
By A student (University of Pennsylvania) - abroad from 07/27/0014 to 08/25/0014 with
Atlantis: Pre-med Fellowship Abroad
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned so much about Portugal, about the Azores, about European healthcare, about European culture, and so much more. I was able to learn a good amount of Portuguese, and I witnessed some amazing surgeries. I also met some very inspiring physicians, and I made friends with a few locals and with other visitors to the Azores. It was completely worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Academically, the program was not intense. But culturally, it was very enlightening. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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* Health Care:
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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? | Including souvenirs, maybe about 50 euro. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Cook on days when you are not given meals! |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
It is encouraged, but your linguistic experience is determined by your own enthusiasm. |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | 200 Level |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | TALK WITH THE LOCALS AND GO TO PORTUGUESE CLASS!! |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That AP Fellows need to worry about cooking a few times a week or buying their own food. |
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