dank u wel, emerson Past Review
By Ryan S (Emerson College) - abroad from 09/13/2012 to 12/11/2012 with
Emerson College: Kasteel Well: The Netherlands
It was absolutely worthwhile. A broader perspective, a willingness to "go with the flow," European travel skills,
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
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Teachers were always willing to suggest places to visit on the weekends, and during lectures would point out particularly enjoyable/educational sites - really brought what we were learning in the classroom out! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Yeah, it's a castle. The grounds are really fun to explore, and the grounds are very well kept. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
It's expensive, but there are definitely ways to save money - read the student survey you get! |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Don't overpack, don't plan all of your trips the first week, and definitely stay back a weekend to experience Well and surrounding areas! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou 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! |
