I had the time of my life Past Review
By Hannah Huzzey (University of Iowa) - abroad from 09/01/2019 to 12/12/2019 with
IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies
I gained an appreciation for a culture that is different from my own. I gained confidence in myself and my ability to be happy and independent. It was certainly worthwhile.
Personal Information
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. |
The courses offered by IES Abroad Rome were interesting and engaging and the professors were great. The classes were not too challenging, but they did require dedication and provided opportunities to connect with the host country's culture and history. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The administrative staff at IES Rome are all very kind and passionate people who are dedicated to making sure that students have the most satisfying and enriching experience possible. |
* Housing:
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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* Health Care:
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I loved every second of my experience and wouldn't change a thing about it. |
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) |
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Language
* Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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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 |
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Don't be scared to use the language. It can seem very daunting to speak to someone who is a native language speaker when you are a beginner, but doing so is the best way to learn. |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
* What did you like most about the program? |
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* What could be improved? |
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Living abroad is not as scary and intimidating as it is often made out to be. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you. |
The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |