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GREAT PROGRAM WITH AN AMAZING LOCATION IN A WONDERFUL CITY! Past Review

By (New York University) - abroad from 11/01/2013 to 11/04/2013 with

New York University: Study Away in Washington, DC

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Experience working and living in DC the Capital of the world (basically) is a priceless experience.

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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.

Small classes that give you a great amount of professor one-on-one time.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Very Friendly and Helpful Staff.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

BRAND NEW BUILDING. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! Conveniently located above the academic center.

* Food:

DC has many little hubs with great food to offer.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Its DC and you are a few blocks away from the WHITE HOUSE. I think that is enough explanation.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Full time 24/7 friendly public safety officers present.

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)

DC prices are average compared to other major cities in the US. It was cheaper than NY, so manageable.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Independent enviorment
  • support system
* What could be improved?
  • advertising of resources
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The different resources and opportunities available in DC.

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.