ISA Spring Study Abroad in Barcelona Past Review
By Savanna C (Business Administration, University of Georgia) - abroad from 01/26/2014 to 04/25/2014 with
ISA Study Abroad in Barcelona, Spain
My abroad experience was amazing. I never thought I would learn so much about myself and the rest of the world in four months. Studying abroad definitely opened up my eyes to how much more the world has to offer than I thought. It was 100 percent worth my time and I wish I could do it all over again.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The classes are too challenging, but you do learn a lot of interesting information. |
* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived in an apartment with five other girls and it was the best time of my life. I would advise everyone to live in an apartment. |
* Food: |
The food in Barcelona is amazing. |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
Students should be aware that Barcelona is known for pick-pocketing, but beyond that, the city is very safe. |
If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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 would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
Other Program Information
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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? | After about a month or so, it is inevitable to get homesick. For me, it lasted a little over two weeks. I wish I had known then how much I would miss it once I left. My abroad experience flew by and I would give anything to get that time back. So, my advice would be to live in the moment and not take a second for granted. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |