Catania: A truly unique study abroad experience Past Review

By (Italian Language and Literature., Brandeis University) for

Italy Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Absolutely. My language proficiency improved tremendously. it sparked many more interests in my initially vague anthropological interests.

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Fantastic

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Program size was perfect. Intimate.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

You must buy your own food... take advantage of cooking opportunities!

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

We visited mt.etna. It was an exceptional learning experience!

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Safe but as always follow common-sense rules...

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

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

  • Local Students
  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Program size
  • Location
  • Classes
* What could be improved?
  • Availability of funding