Living in Deutchland Past Review

By (Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University - Altoona) for

Penn State Altoona: Traveling - Motor Heads in Germany

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Absolutely it was worth it. I had an amazing time. The things I got to see were once in a lifetime.

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.

I had a great time in all the classes associated with the travel abroad program at Penn State Altoona.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

All my expectations were met. Everyone involved did a great job with making us feel welcome and well informed.

* Housing:

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* Social & Cultural Integration:

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* Health Care:

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* Safety:

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)

Language

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Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Take risks and jump at adventure at every possible turn. You will never regret your decision to take this leap.