Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great classes, instructor and facilities! Past Review

By (University of Richmond) - abroad from 06/18/2019 to 07/05/2019 with

Lankey: Morocco - French and Arabic Study Abroad Programs

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Awesome Tour, great activities mixed with enough time to chill. I had so many good experiences and the tour guides have been soo friendly. I would count them as new friends and it is sad to leave them because we had so much fun together. From the arrival at the airport till the end of the tour they were so helpful if there have been questions or problems. I felt very safe with them and recommend them to everyone! During my stay, My Arabic language skills improved drastically. I arrived in Morocco with no Arabic knowledge and thanks to Lankey Arabic Program now I can read and say basic words in Arabic. The Lankey teachers are so patient and helped me with all the ways just to make things easier and make me comfortable learning it. After three weeks, it feels like traveling with a family! The activities have been well balanced between culture, action, and chilltime. In the action parts sometimes I had to come out of my comfort zone but I’m fine because that was the goal for that journey! My highlights have been the night at the Sahara desert, the waterfall views, the beach days, and also the traditional spots in Marrakesh and North Morocco. I would do this trip another time!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* 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:

The City of Rabat is very safe!

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)

Compare to the UK, I was able to manage my money. But don't be stingy. Try to have fun and explore the cities!

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? I chose the All-inclusive program so I dont pay for my food. I spent around 50$ on my Personal expenses.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? The food and Facilities in Morocco are cheaper it is easy to manage your money, but as I said try to enjoy every minute and don't be stingy about your money. It is worthy.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
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?
  • The tour guides and their intercation with us.
  • The teachers and their ways of teaching
  • The administrators and the perfection of their works.
* What could be improved?
  • Honestly, During my Three weeks I dont think there is something to change.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I tried this program before and not hesitating until 2019.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.