Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The most transformative experience I have ever had. Past Review

By (Kew-Forest School) - abroad from 07/19/2018 to 07/31/2018 with

Broadreach: Bahamas Veterinary Medicine 12-Day Adventure

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned all about the veterinary-medicine profession and the different paths you can take within the field. It was definitely worthwhile because a lot of what I learned will help me in my future studies.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

I came away with so much more than I had known prior to this trip. We were taught by experts in their respective fields, and we learned life skills through our experiences.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Our housing situation took sometime to warm up to, but we were satisfied once we did.

* Food:

I loved the food provided for us. We also had an opportunity to cook for the group.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

We were imbedded in the Bohemian community. I learned their lingo, culture, and pass times.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Everyone in the group always felt safe during activities and down time. As long as you heed the directions closely, your safety is always ensured.

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

Veterinary-medicine is my passion in life, and I discovered that through this program. I would do the same program because I loved the activities we did, the adventures we endured, and the people I met. In fact, the kids I went trough the trip with are now like family to me

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? Less than $50

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The abundance and diversity of the information I learned.
  • My peers
  • The activities we did.
* What could be improved?
  • The living conditions
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I came into the program only knowing the itinerary, yet I had an amazing experience.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!