Better than I could have ever hoped! Past Review
By Katherine R (Business Administration, Finance, Ramapo College) - abroad from 06/26/0014 to 08/01/2014 with
European Study Center: Heidelberg - Study Abroad in the EU
I learned how to travel abroad. I learned so much about the German and European culture. It was the most worthwhile experience.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Classes were not that rigorous, which was great because it gave students the opportunity to really focus more on experiencing Germany rather than taking classes. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Really awesome staff!!! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Dorm rooms are very spacious. Kitchens have a dish washer. |
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N/A you cook your own food. The school is conveniently close to a grocery store, a few bakeries, and a gelato shop so no one went hungry. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Through the program I did not feel that integrated into the culture. However, the school's location is great if you want to make the investment on your own time to get into the culture. I personally would take a 10 minute walk down to the river everyday to read. That is a great way to see and meet some Germans. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
I never used the healthcare, but we did purchase health insurance. |
| * Safety: |
Heidelberg is a super safe city! |
| 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) |
I honestly did not keep track of my expenses. However you do need to purchase your own food and that can add up. |
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? | I wish I knew about the Eurail Pass. It is so good to have own because you can just hop on a train at any time and not worry about buying tickets. If you buy it before you leave it is free shipping. It is very convenient and a lot cheaper if you plan on taking multiple trips. |
