Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

One of the most incredible experiences of my life. Past Review

By (Biology, Wesleyan University) - abroad from 06/28/2014 to 08/14/2015 with

Sea Education Association: Programs at Sea – Protecting the Phoenix Islands ( Summer )

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned so much about sailing, nautical science, ocean policy, marine biology, and what it takes to live aboard a tall ship and work together with a group of people who are all part of the same mission.

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.

They provide you with so many resources, opportunities, and wonderful people/teachers to make your academic experience worthwhile. It's the perfect environment for experiential learning and you will come out of it proud of all that you accomplished.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

Food aboard the ship was wonderful. Tasty and nutritious. Nina Murray is an amazing steward. If you have food restrictions, don't worry, they will accommodate you.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

We had many opportunities to interact with the locals and discuss relevant issues.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Safety is SEA's number one priority once aboard the ship. Safety drills are done often and many precautions are taken to ensure everyone's 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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $200
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Coordinate and plan with your housemates.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Everything.
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing I can think of.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Promethazine works well for sea sickness.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.