Buenos AiresTenes una parte de mi corozon para siempre Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The teachers were not good. I don't feel like I learned any Spanish in the classroom. All the Spanish I learned was simply from living in Argentina.

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The program was well organized in regards to host family, transportation, and field trips. However, in regards to academics it was extremely disorganized. They had partnerships with Argentine universities but knew nothing about what the courses would require us to do as students. Most of the Argentine universities had expectations that were too high for the level of Spanish that most of the us were at. We probably shouldn't have even been allowed to participate.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

My host family was great! I really felt like I was apart of the family and I loved hanging out with my host mom! Her older daughter and I even went shopping. IES did a great job of placing me in a wonderful home stay! I felt really safe and was only a short bus ride away from clubs and bars. I didn't have to buy anything aside from toiletries.

Loved it, my host mom served lots of vegetables and the meat in Argentina is delicious! The food is so fresh and the pasta and pizza are to die for!

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I loved traveling on the overnight buses and staying in hostels; you meet people from around the world! The night-life is incredible in BA and you will meet tons of different and interesting people every time you go out!! Also go to a Boca or RIver soccer game! It is a once in a lifetime experience. I was really lucky because the world cup was going on when I was in Iin BA -- SO INCREDIBLE!!! Also be sure to go to Boca, it has cute colorful houses and is where tango originated.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

The main problem in Ba was pick-pocketing, but if you are careful this can be avoided. I never felt extremely unsafe. Just be aware of your surroundings and try to blend in. Don't carry a coach purse or an iphone, you will make yourself a target if you do this. I never got sick, so I can't comment on the healthcare. The only vaccine I made sure I had before I left was Hep A.

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

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