Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

the Trip of a Lifetime Past Review

By (Biology, General., St. Mary's College of Maryland) - abroad from 05/14/2013 to 05/30/2013 with

St. Mary's College of Maryland: Nitze Scholars Program, Turkey

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned so much about Turkish culture and the role religion plays in day to day life. I learned a little bit of Turkish, and learned just how adventurous I can be.

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.

* 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:

I have never felt so safe in a large city. Istanbul was perfect.

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? Approximately 100 dollars, including gifts.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Pack non perishable snacks, if you are allowed to.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • 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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Culture and History of Istanbul
  • Getting to know fellow students better
  • Food
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? To not pay attention to Turkish men...

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!