Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

I'm Stronger and More Independent Because of Hungary Past Review

By (Math, Longwood University) for

BSM: Budapest - Budapest Semesters in Mathematics

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Because I was in a new environment, I was better able to discover what I believe and think myself (without my usual societal influences) and better able to understand the person I am. My academic interests have not changed but I am aware now that there is more to life than just math. I also believe that I've gained a new perspective on different cultures and why it is so important to respect them.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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 have celiac disease so it was fairly difficult to find gluten free 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:

I lived in a pretty dangerous part of the city. I was followed for a couple of blocks one day, but managed to get to a public area and lose the man.

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?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Remember that you are also studying abroad and feel free to explore new places. Mathematics majors would get the most out of this program.