Most incredible experience I’ve ever had January 22, 2025

By (Medicine, University of Waterloo) - abroad from 06/10/2023 to 06/25/2023 with

Cerca Abroad: Greece - Medical

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The opportunities I have been given here are so great. I've got to see incredible surgeries ,meet some great people

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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

Hi, my name is Jahvani and I am a fourth year pre-med student. This has been the most incredible experience I’ve ever had. I chose this program just to gain some more exposure and try to understand a medical system outside and away from my own country. The opportunities I have been given here are so great. I’ve got to see incredible surgeries, meet some great people. Everybody here has been so nice, the coordination has been incredible whatever we need they are really a text away, so if you feel unsafe, don’t. It’s been super safe here. My favorite part about Greece has been the food and there’s also so much time to explore the area, so much to do. So, you’re in for a good time. I definitely recommend it.

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? $100 per week

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students
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 incredible coordination of the team
  • Excellent training in observing surgeries
  • Very high-quality food
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Nothing to say

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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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.