Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

AmaIng boat research experience! Past Review

By (Northeastern University) - abroad from 03/19/2018 to 06/16/2018 with

Sea Education Association: Programs at Sea - Marine Biodiversity & Conservation

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
You learn a lot about yourself and adapting to your surroundings. It was definitely worthwhile as long as you don’t mind being outside of your comfort zone.

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

This program was exactly what I wanted. It’s a nice small group so you really become close with everyone. It’s very targeted to a specific group of science-minded individuals so you can talk about your projects and gain knowledge from your peers as well as your professors.

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? Less than $100 since food is covered
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Besides the program itself, there is very little you have to spend money on which is really nice

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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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Creative boat experience
  • Hands on research
  • Gaining friends from around the country
* What could be improved?
  • A lot of people in close proximity
  • Knowing how rigorous it is
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The people who are on your program and their attitudes really define your attitude and your excitement. I think having a positive outlook will create a more positive experience

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.