Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

life changing, it opened my eyes to alot of things. Past Review

By (Animal Sciences., Stephen F. Austin State University) - abroad from 05/11/2013 to 05/22/2013 with

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA): Traveling - Jaguar Conservation, Argentina / Brazil

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
to me honestly im glad I went it was amazing completely changed the way I look at things.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

I loved everything about our trip it was very inspiring and really made me grateful for what I have and want to do more to help others.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

it was very nice to stay in the more local areas.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

there could have been more interaction with the locals at the school in Eldorado but overall I felt like we were able to meet many people and see different facets of the 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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? about 400$
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? don't buy souvenirs for everyone.

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

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Beginner
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? try to talk in the local language as much as u can

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
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?
  • the visit to the guarani indians
  • the cookout with the university students
* What could be improved?
  • more language preparation
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? to review my spanish

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Nearly Native or Trail Blazer
Craving the most authentic experience possible, perhaps you lived with a host family or really got in good with the locals. You may have felt confined by your program requirements and group excursions. Instead, you'd have preferred to plan your own trips, even skipping class to conduct your own 'field work.'