Germany: Beneficial, Yet Not Mind-Blowing Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Workload was not enough, usually (though at the end I got busy!); there wasn't much homework. Teaching methods were usually uninvolved or tyrannical (in one case). Much more homework in the U.S. system; much more student-teacher interaction...way more personal.

On-site administration of your program

A lot of disorganization; good program size, though. Kind, well-intentioned program faculty. Not enough language practice. Expectations not well-met.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Nice distance from the center of town. Peaceful and quiet at night; most items provided, though I did have to buy things like dish soap, toilet paper,etc. Relationship to suitemates, good and bad.

Food goes bad fast! Quality inferior to U.S. Not as many fruit/vegetable options. More expensive!

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I was able to travel to Strasbourg, the Romantic Road, etc, with my program. There were some interesting field trips to Concentration Camps, cathedrals, etc.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

All very good; no vaccines necessary.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

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