Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Memorable Summer Past Review

By (SUNY - College at Oswego) - abroad from 03/24/2019 to 06/14/2019 with

CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Florence, Italy

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Adaptability, self awareness, courage, communication/language, a new sense of adventure, and self reliance were some of the things I learned while abroad, and I wouldn't trade it for anything

Review Photos

CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Florence, Italy Photo

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?

The neighborhood I was placed in was safe and very close to the Duomo and the CAPA building

* Food:

Food was amazing. If you want to try authentic Italian food I suggest you go to the country itself. Everything is made from fresh ingredients and with love.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everyone was friendly, enthusiastic and the locals were curious to learn about the cultures of students that study there as well.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Although I did not need any medical attention personally, their healthcare system was easily accessible to those that required it.

* Safety:

If you go to Italy, do not be worried about your safety in terms of criminal activities. I never felt that I was in danger while away.

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

The purpose of my program was to examine healthcare in Italy so if I was given the opportunity to pursue education abroad again, I would choose the same program to delve more into their healthcare system to gain more knowledge in hopes of utilizing it to help others here in America.

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)

I am not a huge spender so the budget I created for myself lasted me throughout the entire trip. Be smart with how much you spend abroad.

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Write down things you need and things you want then prioritize.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • Flexibility
  • Networking
  • Exploring a new city
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? People will not judge you based on your sexual orientation or background!

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!