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AMAZING EXPERIENCE WITH GOABROAD CHINA August 17, 2025

By (Art, Deerfield Academy) - abroad from 07/18/2025 to 08/03/2025 with

Go Abroad China: Teen Mandarin Study Tour & Cultural Immersion in China

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I'm really excited about this trip. I've learned Chinese and tasted delicious food.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

My academic experience with Go Abroad China was remarkably illuminating. I not only developed a fuller grasp of the culture but also obtained more organic exposure to the language. The courses are structured to be highly approachable, and the instructors are exceptionally attentive and helpful. Having said that, I should note that beginning these classes was somewhat tough for me individually.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The bedroom I was assigned to stay in was quite roomy and perfectly suited to my needs

* Food:

The food is delicious. I like Chinese 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:

yes

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
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? Intermediate
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Chinese 4 high school level
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Always inquire about how to express things in the language you’re endeavoring to learn, and it’s perfectly fine to ask about the same few things over and over. Repetition matters

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • HOST FAMILY
  • FOOD
  • CLASS
* What could be improved?
  • BREAK TIME
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Products for cooling down should be chosen according to the climate.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.