Summer in the Mediterranean was a once in a lifetime opportunity! Past Review
By A student (Conservation Biology., Illinois State University) - abroad from 05/31/2013 to 07/05/2013 with
University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Summer in the Mediterranean
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I believe first hand experience is more important than any book you can read and the best part about studying abroad is that you are your own author for a study abroad experience. Studying abroad allowed me gain personal growth through adapting to new and foreign situations, it also made me a stronger and more independent individual. I learned to be more understanding and patient and to leave my apprehensions at the door to fully immerse myself in a new diverse culture. Studying abroad also strengthened my intercultural development. I was able to experience the complexity of other cultures through my travels, as well as grasp a better understanding of my own culture. As a whole, I believe that I am better prepared for the future because of my experiences through studying abroad.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Program coordinators were always available and willing to answer any questions we had. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The apartments were very nice and in a great location, however there was a bug problem for awhile |
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Food was not provided with trip |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
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| 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) |
Much more expensive than i originally thought |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 200 euros |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Even when you think you saved enough money, try to save a little more! It never hurts to have a little extra cash. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | none |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? |
A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Save as much money as you can! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
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