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Madrid: More bars and clubs per capita than anywhere else in the world Past Review

By (English and American Literature, Brandeis University) for

IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was definitely worthwhile. I'm so happy that I went. It was hands down the best four months of my life and I hope to live and work abroad again soon.

Personal Information

If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: Escuaela de ceramica
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

They were awesome!

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I loved my apartment but i lived with all Americans so we only spoke English to each other.

* Food:

There was a lot of ham and potatoes. I was so happy to come home and eat american food. The kebapbs are really good though.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I met some great people through the program, I had a lot of fun travelling and exploring.

* 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
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Language acquisition improvement?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • Other

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I recommende livign in an apartment with people on your program. It was a lot of fun. However if you're looking to improve your language skills plan on taking a couple of classes at the complutense to meet Spanish students. Also take advantage of their internship program.