Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Scan. Business and Culture Past Review

By (Stephen F. Austin State University) - abroad from 06/22/2014 to 07/04/2014 with

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Denmark & Sweden - Scandinavian Culture and Business

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot of things that will help me grow personally.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

There was a journal that was for a grade, and a final paper. If engaged throughout the trip both are easy to complete.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The hotels were nice and very comfortable.

* Food:

Most of the native food wasn't what i would usally eat, but I still would try it for the experience.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Did not have that much interaction with locals, but when I did it was a good experience.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Gave this a low score because I did not use this service, but SFA did have all the health insurance completed and ready to go!

* Safety:

I felt mostly safe. Only had one time that made me feel uncomfortable.

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? 150+ each week
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Just do research so that you know what you may want to do that cost money. That way it is budgeted in advanced.

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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  • N/A
* 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? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The Students
  • The Professors
  • The Shopping
* What could be improved?
  • The travel company
  • Not moving hotels so much
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Make sure you get a travel credit card that doesn't have fees every time you swipe.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.