Florence the best thing that ever happened to me. Past Review
By Taylor Y (Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services., University of Arkansas - Fayetteville) for
SAI Study Abroad: Florence - Apicius International Culinary School of Hospitality
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes, I grew as a person and became more culturally aware. Studying abroad also opened my eyes to what I really want to do in the future, it showed me my true passions.
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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Aperitivo, program field trips, the clubs, and the overall attitude of the students made it a very social and enjoyable experience. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Around $150 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | A lot of hidden fees when getting cell phones and internet and other necessary items. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | none |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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| Language acquisition improvement? |
Most spoke english |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Go in with an open mind and be ready to learn more about yourself |
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