Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Going abroad was the best decision I made in college Past Review

By (Economics, Brandeis University) - abroad from 01/14/2017 to 05/12/2017 with

DIS Copenhagen: Semester

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learnt a tremendous amount about Denmark, and from my classes. I am now doing an internship in Denmark for the summer at DONG Energy in wind power. Most worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

It was an amazing experience.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Really good

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

It was great

* Food:

I learnt to cook

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Made amazing friends

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

It's free

* Safety:

Safest place

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

DIS Copenhagen is a professional, well designed, and amazing program. They care for their students, they provide everything you need and are always there to help, and the city is amazing.

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)

It's expensive here

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 150 USD
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Make sure to cook as much as possible, and save money for treats

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

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

Honestly everyone speaks english

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
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? None
How many hours per day did you use the language? 0
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
* 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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The friends I made
  • The faculty and staff
  • Being in a real city
* What could be improved?
  • Raise more regular awareness about judicial system (i.e. fines)
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Denmark is super strict with fines.

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.