Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Canada: A View from Across the Border Past Review

By (Political Science and Government., Stephen F. Austin State University) for

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Traveling - Explore Canada

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes! If this program is being held again, make sure to talk to any of the faculty members hosting this trip or to the Study Abroad Coordinator.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

N/A

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

N/A

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

N/A

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I love seeing the dynamic impact of the different cultures that makes Canada the country it is. My most memorable event so far was discussing with the students from Montreal.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Always stick with a group; never go on your own.

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? Don't remember
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Always anticipate what may occur; food and drinks in general tend to be more expensive than in the U.S.

Language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The faculty members, the students who participated, along with the different cultural and political experiences I came across
* What could be improved?
  • N/A