Learning Experience of A lifetime! Past Review
By Tricia B (Special Education, Illinois State University) for
Lorenzo de' Medici – Florence
YES! I learned so much about myself and gained a huge sense of Independence If I can live abroad on my own I think I'll be okay here. I want to see so much more of Europe. Don't be surprised if you get a huge travel bug and don't want to come home... Home won't ever be the same again.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Work load was not bad. If you do the work and readings you will do just fine. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The program was great. Easy to get a hold of and answered all questions. I have no complaints about them. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
We lived in provided apartments. I loved every minute of it. It was so fun to meet new people. My recommendation would be to not do it with a huge group of friends because it limits your ability to be recommend of your comfort zone. Being out of your comfort zone is one of the best parts of being abroad is pushing your limits. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The weekend trips and add on activites were worth the costs. They were definately some of the most memorable things to do. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | You're going to spend a lot of money. I stayed within 400 of my budget and i got to do a lot, I wish I hadn't worried so mucha bout it... |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Enjoy yourself and don't worry about little things. Make the most of every day and don't be surprised by how fast it goes by. |
