Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

An Amazing Experience Past Review

By (University of Texas - Dallas) - abroad from 07/01/2017 to 03/24/2017 with

GlobalEd: Seville - Summer Internship Programs

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a countless number of cherished memories that will stay with me for a lifetime. Living in Seville was definitely an eye-opening experience because it offered opportunities to truly experience the culture. Instead of just being a "tourist," I was able to integrate into the culture even when I was only there for a month.

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.

I had an amazing experience with this program - living with a host family, shadowing at a local hospital, and experiencing Spain's rich culture. My Spanish-speaking skills greatly improved, and I formed really close bonds with the people I met.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* 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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Shadowing
  • Visiting historical sites
  • Trying tapas
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing!
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The only thing I wish I knew was to bring a portable charger for long excursions.