Past Review

By Laura G (Elementary And Special Education, Providence College) for

Fairfield University: Florence - Semester or Year in Italy

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

From this experience I learned a great deal about not only academic related subjects but also about myself. I gained a great sense of independence that I did not have prior to studying abroad. I feel that my study abroad was the greatest experience I have ever had and I would highly suggest it to anyone.

Personal Information

The term and year this program took place:	Fall 2009

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.	From my abroad experience I learned alot from the classes that I took that helped me to live in a foreign country. I also learned many things that I will be able to use in the future.
* Host Country Program Administration On-site administration of your program	The program administrator was very helpful and was available very often.
* Housing: How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?	I had an apartment with 4 other girls in Piazza Santa Croce in Florence. <br /><br /> My apartment was very large and comfortable. I also got along very well with my roommates.
* Food:	I was very satisfied with the food in Italy.
* Social & Cultural Integration: How integrated did you feel with the local culture?
* Health Care: How well were health issues addressed during the program?
* Safety:
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)
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants?	I wish I had known I was going to spend so much money providing myself with food.