Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The Los Angeles Program was Enlightening and Exhilerating Past Review

By (Broadcast Journalism., Emerson College) for

Emerson College: Los Angeles - Emerson College in Los Angeles

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Absolutely worth it.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The workload was very appropriate and the teachers were flexible and understanding since the program is more designed for the internship exposure then the class aspect.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The program was very enjoyable. If I could, I would do it all over again.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

No complaints. The Oakwood Apartments were great.

* Food:

N/A

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

N/A

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I felt very safe.

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

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The opportunity to Intern and take classes in a high profile city.
* What could be improved?
  • .Have more classes/professors to chose from