Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

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By (Economics, Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/13/2024 to 05/10/2024 with

DIS Copenhagen: Semester

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I honestly enjoyed my experience a lot. Even thought I did not make many local friends, I was able to meet a lot of American students!

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.

The classes overall were extremely interesting and hands-on. In comparison to my home institution, the classes focused a lot on presentations and hands-on instructions. Having an explorative elective was also extremely fun. In regards to the rigor, I would say that this depends a lot on the professor and course. My courses personally had less rigor than my home institution courses, some were easier than other.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I honestly loved my housing option, I chose to live in a regular residential area. I was assigned to a single that had its own bathroom and kitchenette which I enjoyed. I felt that the administration did a good job in matching me to the right housing. It did feel a bit isolating at first since my area was similiar to a dorm layout.

* Food:

Food in Copenhagen can be fairly expensive, so I mainly cooked meals at home. The program provided a meal card that we could use to buy groceries in certain stores.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Healthcare was accessible, but we were not given an insurance card until a couple of week in.

* 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)

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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • accesibility
  • communication
* What could be improved?
  • roommate pairing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How expensive Copenhagen actually is.

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.