Study abroad in Spain with FORSPRO Past Review
By Crystal A (PSYCHOLOGY., SUNY - Binghamton) for
Spain Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes, my experience was an unforgettable one. I gained an even greater sence of independence and a desire to travel and see more things around the world.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* 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:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Colegio Mayor Mara <br /><br /> |
* Food: |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 150-200 euro per week |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I didn't seriously take into account how much the exchange rate would take away from my funds. |
Language
* Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Language acquisition improvement? |
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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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