Great Experience in Granada, Spain! Past Review
By Sambridhi Paudyal (University of Houston) - abroad from 12/27/2018 to 01/13/2018 with
Spain Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs
After studying in Granada, Spain this winter break, I realized that I wanted to share my amazing experience abroad with other students. I learned so much in such a short period of time and gained invaluable memories with other students in my program. Not only did I improve my Spanish significantly, I was able to immerse myself in the vibrant Spanish culture. During this experience, I received a lot of support and guidance from my program directors and teachers. I would like to share my experiences and recommend this program to others.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The teacher was very enthusiastic and pushed students to do their best. Quality of education was great! We were provided with many academic resources. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The on-site administration of the program was very supportive and helpful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
My host mother was very sweet and made me feel right at home! |
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My host mother took into account the foods that I could and couldn't eat and made food that we liked! Very good overall. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I felt very integrated with the local culture and the people in Granada, Spain due to the several cultural activities. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Health insurance was included in the program and it was made very accessible to students. Health issues were addressed immediately and in a reasonable manner. |
| * Safety: |
Granada is a fairly small city so there are less safety concerns than in the bigger cities in Spain. I had no issues in this regard. |
| 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) |
Granada is very affordable! |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
We were always encouraged to speak in Spanish. |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Definitely an experience every college student should have! |
