Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Epic Adventures Past Review

By (Graphic Design/ Marketing, 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 how different the world is which really opened my eyes to new ideas. The trip was worth the experience because people in this day and age become so caught up with their daily lives and forget about the simple things that makes life special. And going to Scandinavia helped me take a step back and relax and take a break for my busy life to enjoy the priceless wonders of the world.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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)

Actually as far as spending goes I thought I would spend a lot of money during the trip but it turns out that I actually didn't spend that much.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $200-400 depending
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Maybe set out an budget for spending and dining expenses.

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

I really loved that in Scandinavia that they spoke english fluently so it wasn't hard to get around. In general I love the language.

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Beginner
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Beginner
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
  • Hotel
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • 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 Venues
  • The Food
  • The Different Culture/ Language
* What could be improved?
  • more organization
  • change FEPA when planning trips/ think of somebody else to make itinerary
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew the language, places to go when I got to Scandinavia.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.