Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A great experience Past Review

By (Political Science and Government, Texas A&M University - College Station) - abroad from 06/06/2015 to 07/04/2015 with

Kukulcan Spanish Language School: Courses for College and University Students

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot but also had a great time. Very worth it.

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.

There is plenty of opportunity to learn, it is up to you.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

They were very nice and helpful.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I love my host family and they were instrumental to my success.

* Food:

I thought the food was good.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

You have the chance to experience everything you want, it is up to you.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

The school has a doctor available to you.

* Safety:

The host city is safe and so is the surrounding area. I traveled a little too far one time but didn't have any real issues.

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)

It could have been super cheap but I traveled a lot.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? Unsure
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Mexico is cheap.

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

Had to speak to any Mexican in Spanish but not other students.

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Intermediate
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Advanced
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? 2 semesters
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Talk to friends in Spanish.

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • Host Family
* 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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Freedom
  • Nice People
  • Cheap
* What could be improved?
  • Organization
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It seems dangerous and unordered but its not.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.