Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

My time in India was great probably the best time I've ever spent. Past Review

By (Philander Smith College) - abroad from 09/09/2015 to 12/25/2015 with

IISAC: Odisha - Science Semester Abroad

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Culture, made friends , new languages and great computer science courses.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The coursework was great! I enjoyed every single day of it!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* 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:

for future students, before going out, they should learn about the place they plan to visit and the culture, so that they can easily interact with people.

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 much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

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? Beginner
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Other
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Well organized, great hospitality
* What could be improved?
  • Recruit many international students for one short term abroad.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew hindi. I would have made many friends than I did, and interacted with many people.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.