Definitely an experience I won't forget! Past Review
By A student (University of Missouri - Saint Louis) - abroad from 01/19/2019 to 05/04/2019 with
Study Abroad at SRISA: Accredited Semester - Fine Arts, Liberal Arts and Design
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot about myself and a lot about Europe. I learned more about art than anything and would say that was the highlight of my trip.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
Traveling outside of Florence, I didn't realize how many different cultures I would have enjoyed more as well as have an easier way to communicate with locals. |
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) |
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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 |
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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 |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* 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? | 0 |
A Look Back
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | More about expenses, grading systems, printing policies, course materials required, etc. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
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