Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Some of the best professors I have ever had. A wonderfully educational experience.

On-site administration of your program

The administrators were very adamant about the students learning in and experiencing a new culture. They encouraged travel and visiting museums and locations we read about in the classroom. It worked very well, although in some cases, the museum visits were not very relevant.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

No complaints. Although, the bathroom was always rather smelly.

The food was hit or miss but it was wonderful to eat food that we are not accustomed to in the United States.

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I sometimes learned more by traveling than I did in the classroom. I met some of the most interesting people I have ever met on my visits to other countries. The knowledge I gained from experiencing new countries has made me a more knowledgeable and educated citizen of the world.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I felt very safe at the castle; although we were not chaperoned on our weekend trips. We are adults and it is important for us to explore the world on our own and be responsible about it. However, some of my fellow classmates were attacked in Croatia on the walk back to the hotel.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

I learned some dutch, but my english and writing improved overall due to an excellent creative writing course and intensive reading assignments.