Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great immersive/experiential learning opportunities July 03, 2025

By (Human Rights, Wesleyan University) - abroad from 02/18/2025 to 06/02/2025 with

SIT Study Abroad: Argentina - Social Movements and Human Rights

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I loved my study abroad experience! The program leaders did an excellent job orchestrating immersive learning experiences through visiting indigenous communities, grassroots advocacy initiatives, and international rights organizations. Between our excursions to Patagonia, Salta, and Jujuy, I gained a comprehensive understanding of Argentina as a vast, diverse country. Living with my host family was a wonderful and enriching experience that I will always be grateful for. This program attracts the most interesting, passionate students with whom I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to form connections.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 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

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

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Advanced
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? A college-level advanced Spanish literature course
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Take advantage of every opportunity to use it!

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
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?
  • Host family
  • Experiential learning
  • Other students
* What could be improved?
  • Organization of schedule
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? You are about to meet some of the coolest people you’ve ever known! Embrace every opportunity to engage with the culture and communities of Argentina.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!