Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

BEST SUMMER OF MY LIFE Past Review

By (environmental science, St. John's University) for

Internships in Barcelona

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
completely. I would not change my summer for anything. I made friends that I hope to stay in touch with, and still do, for the rest of my life.

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.

college

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

it was an amazing experience with amazing advisors that made my summer. I would do it all over again in a heart beat if I could. The downside was that it did not last longer. BEST SUMMER OF My LIFE

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

amazing

* Food:

great

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

BEST SUMMER OF MY LIFE

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

safety was not an issue at all during the whole summer. very safe

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

  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • culture
  • internship
  • staff
* What could be improved?
  • food
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Everyone will love this program! If you are a college student, are serious about your academics, love to have fun, and are open to different cultures, then you have to come here.