Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Experience of a life-time Past Review

By (Elizabethtown College) - abroad from 01/17/2017 to 05/11/2017 with

CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Semester in Florence

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I feel that I have grown as a person and am more appreciative of culturally diversity.

Review Photos

CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Semester in Florence Photo CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Semester in Florence Photo

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:

* 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

CIS semester in Florence was everything I hoped it would be. I would do it all again in a heartbeat.

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? 50 euors
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Plan ahead before leaving when setting a budget. Splitting the cost of food with roommates is also a good idea.

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?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • CIS staff
  • Florence University of the Arts professors
* What could be improved?
  • Weekend travel programs
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? My one piece of advice is to take every opportunity that comes your way. Traveling abroad is most likely a once in a life-time chance so make the most of it.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
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.