My time at Fudan University Past Review
By Jiali H (Philosophy, Political Science, and Law, SUNY - Binghamton) for
Fudan University: Shanghai - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I love my abroad experience and I would definitely go again if possible. One thing that I did learn that it is very important to keep an open mind when abroad.
Personal Information
The term and year this program took place: | Summer 2009 |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
There are plenty opportunities to learn Chinese everywhere, even outside of the university. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Much nicer than most American dorms I would say. <br /><br /> |
* Food: |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | I can spend very little on food if I don't eat healthy food. |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Make a list of your spending. |
Language
Language acquisition improvement? |
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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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