I would love to come back Past Review
By Rosso (University of the Arts) - abroad from 10/08/2017 to 10/19/2017 with
EDUCA Russian Language Center: St. Petersburg - Russian Language Courses
I am so happy with the results. I went from knowing and understanding nothing to being able to communicate and understand most of the things people said.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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I really liked the course, especially the flexible schedule. The teacher was patient, punctual, there was always a good attitude. Excellent and convenient location, the school is very clean and suitable for training. Many thanks! You were very kind to me! |
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My stay was very enjoyable, I will always remember my time here. I improved my language and met great people. St Petersburg is so much to see and to do, love the gardens the most. I would love to return! |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
It definitely improved my russian |
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) |
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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Direct Enrollment |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 10+ |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | - |
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. |
Individual Course Reviews
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Standard Russian Group Course |
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| Instruction Language: | Russian |
| Comments: | The course was very well with different themes, verbs of motion, clothes, animals, etc. Course content was very helpful – both grammar and helpful for overall knowledge of Russian language. I improved my grammar, vocabulary and speaking class. My teacher cared a lot about how I was improving; she was very patient with everyone and went through everything clearly. |
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