Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The study abroad opened up my eyes to what Europe is really like! Past Review

By (Brigham Young University) - abroad from 06/24/2013 to 07/30/2013 with

Brigham Young University: Traveling - Europe Business Study Abroad

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was very worthwhile! I gained better perspective of Europe, its culture, and economy. I have a better idea if I would like to be an expatriate and now I believe I would enjoy being one.

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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:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $150
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? It is a good idea to bring granola bars or protein bars.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

We went to a total of 11 European countries. If we knew the language of a certain country, we were encouraged to use it.

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Fluent
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Spanish 355
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hotel
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
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?
  • The Business Visits
  • The countries visited
  • The other students I traveled with
* What could be improved?
  • Maybe we could have met more local families
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? You will only need one suit and one pair of business casual to travel with.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.