Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Unforgettable Experience Past Review

By (Millsaps College) - abroad from 07/02/2016 to 08/04/2016 with

Millsaps College: Summer 2016 Faculty-led Programs

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned that being integrated in the global economy/culture can teach you a lot about how you view the world. You'll gain a better understanding about why certain countries act the way they do and how that affects the United States. Once you get back home you will have some different opinions than you left with. Not only was it worthwhile, the trip should be an essential part of a Millsaps student's college experience.

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.

* 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

The program was worth every dime. Our trip group became friends very quickly and because of that we had such a fun time. I just wish everyone was able to experience it.

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)

Take more money than you initially think you will need. If you don't take it with you, at least have it available for easy access over your phone. You 100% will spend more money than you need to but it will be worth every cent. It costs a lot of money to have a good time.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $300-$400
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Try not to eat big, expensive meals throughout the day. Keep it light and relatively cheap. Save your money for when a large group wants to go eat a nice meal.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Gaining new friends
  • Food/Drinks/Bars
  • Exploring the cities with friends
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? That I needed more money.

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.