Sydney: Couldn't ask for more! Past Review
By Rachel L (Communication, Anderson University) for
CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Sydney, Australia
I am now much more understanding and patient with those from other countries.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I found the workload to be the same. The teaching methods were very much alike as well. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
I wish the school would have been closer to the apartments. It was a long commute everyday. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
I was pleased over time, however, the price was shocking! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I loved seeing the opera house in person! |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I felt safe walking down the street alone. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Save! You will need the money. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Go! |
