Learning Outside My Comfort Zone June 06, 2026
By A student (Veterinary Medicine, University of Arizona) - abroad from 01/07/2024 to 01/20/2024 with
Cerca Abroad: Medical in Greece
I gained a whole new perspective on learning , independence and cultural awareness.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Overall this program gave me a completely new perspective on learning that I could never found back in the States. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The host country program administration was exceptional. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The housing was comfortable ,well-located , and made it easy to settle in and focus on getting the most out of the program. |
| * Food: |
The food was a fantastic cultural experience in itself. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The social and cultural integration was seamless. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
The health care support was reassuring and well-organized, giving me peace of mind throughout my entire stay |
| * Safety: |
I always felt completely safe throughout the program. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
Hi, my name is Marin, I am from Pennsylvania in the States but I go to school in Arizona, at the University of Arizona where I am a science undergraduate. I wanted to do this program because I wanted to put myself in a position that was very different from what I am used to in the States and find a new way of learning. Everything about this program has been super helpful. Everyone that has met me here during my stay has made sure I was comfortable, made sure I knew where I was going, and was always there if I needed something. I’ve been very happy with this experience. I got to see so many things that I wouldn’t be able to see at my university’s programs, as that would be hands-on procedures. I got all the questions I needed answered from the people that have been working in the field for decades. It has been very enjoyable and I would do this program again. |
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 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
5.very easily |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 100$ |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Plan ahead, use public transport , cook at home when you can and always ask for that student discount. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | The program was fantastic and very well-organized. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn 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. |
