Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A summer of dreams and finding myself Past Review

By (Music Composition and Chemistry, Trinity University) - abroad from 05/29/2015 to 06/29/2015 with

KIIS: Salzburg - Experience Salzburg (Summer)

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
This was definitely worthwhile. I found myself, and I made lifelong relationships. I learned that life isn't about always getting something done, and working like crazy. I found myself enjoying my surroundings even more.

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 program itself and the experience were extremely valuable and helpful in learning about other cultures and gaining independence

* 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:

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? About $100-200 a week
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Budget.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Music Performances
  • Hiking
  • Easy Traveling
* What could be improved?
  • Wifi
  • Free water
  • Free public bathrooms
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew how expensive it would actually be. I definitely underestimated it. I also wish I was more prepared for culture shock, especially in Prague, but overall the entire experience was life changing, and one I will never forget.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You 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!