When in Rome, A summer I'll NEVER forget. Past Review

By (Environmental Science, Marietta College) for

ISA Study Abroad in Rome, Italy

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I loved living with students from all over the US. The weekend excursions were amazing! I loved my art history class where we traveled to different churches to learn about the art work. That class brought me to different sections of Rome that I wouldn't have traveled to otherwise.

Review Photos

International Studies Abroad (ISA): Rome - Business, Communications, International Relations & Liberal Arts Photo

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.

I really liked both of my professors! Traveling to different churches around Rome to see the art first hand was a great way to learn!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

Great food, a lot of options! Shopping at the open air market was great.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Touring the Colosseum was amazing. Also, just wondering the city streets made me feel like a real Roman.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I felt 100% safe traveling around the city during the day. I always went with a roommate at night time. We had no problems!

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?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Keep an open mind about EVERYTHING. You will encounter many challenges, but I've grown as a person through my experiences. Don't be afraid to try anything once. And really get to know your roommates, they could be your friends for the rest of your life! I feel like everyone should have a study abroad experience. You learn so much about a different culture and yourself.