Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Time of Growth and Discovery Past Review

By (Biology, General., Providence College) - abroad from 08/19/2012 to 12/14/2012 with

DIS Copenhagen: Semester

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned much about the health care systems of Europe. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. I now have a greater appreciation for the health care and the culture of the United States. I feel refreshed and inspired to continue my college career.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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

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? $30-$70
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Find meals that are cheap and easy to make. They should also be able to be eaten over several days so that you can both save money and time. Don't forget to be healthy, it's not that hard!

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Beginner

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • Hands-On Experience
  • Study Tours
  • Biking
* What could be improved?
  • Descriptions of housing options
  • Recommendations, in regards to food and maintaining an apartment, for students living on their own for the first time
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Danish, as a language, is very different from English.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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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!