Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Cultural experiene that was fun and educational. Past Review

By (Political Science and Government., Stephen F. Austin State University) - abroad from 05/12/2014 to 05/29/2014 with

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Germany - Contemporary German Culture and Politics

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was definitely worthwhile. I gained a knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the German culture and history.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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* Overall educational experience

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* Host Country Program Administration

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* Housing:

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* Social & Cultural Integration:

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* 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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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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?
  • European woman
  • The city of Munich
  • Day trip to Rudesheim
* What could be improved?
  • more options to eat breakfast than at the hostel
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It would be cold and rainy some and to bring an extra jacket.

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.