Costa Rica Shapes My Greener Future Past Review
By Lauren H (Biology, General., Rollins College) for
Rollins College: Traveling - First Year Field Study: Costa Rica
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My experience was definately worth-while. The experience opened my eyes to the complexities of developing nations and how all facets of life (cultural, political, environmental, etc.) must be addressed. I definatley enjoyed experience the biodiversity of the region, especially knowing that some of the species I saw are native only to Costa Rica.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Didn't need to bring anything to settle in, outlets were available everywhere we stayed, beautiful, mostly sustainable (which supports the class' reason for going to CR in the first place) |
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Food was usually very good, rice&beans got a little repetitive |
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| * Safety: |
I always felt safe |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $60 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | make sure you have cash for the departure tax and the driver |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | students with an interest in the environment |
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