Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Positive experience I won't forget that'll be beneficial to my future. Past Review

By (University of Mary Washington) - abroad from 02/02/2013 to 06/21/2013 with

Study Abroad Programs in Argentina

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned about a new culture and that some of the stuff I take for granted are not available to everybody. It was definitely worthwhile.

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.

Challenging courses - but not impossible.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Raul was great! No problems.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Muchy was great as well! I could not have had a better living situation. Conveniently located as well.

* Food:

Decent food, she took me out to a really good restaurant for my birthday as well which I thought was very nice of her.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I did not have any health issues. I had a cold at one point but it was nothing to serious.

* Safety:

I had no problems with safety but I had some friends that ran into issues. If you are smart and read the materials given to you before you depart for the country you can avoid dangerous situations.

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)

There are a couple of expenses in the beginning to take care of it but it's not so bad. Mostly it was spending money on food and the occasional trip outside the city.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $60
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Use your loose change that you have. The public bus (colectivo) is cheaper than the subway (subte). A lot of times the train is free and if not it is very cheap.

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? Intermediate
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Advanced
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Advanced A course
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? Just use the language as much as possible and get involved in things outside of school like sports teams, clubs, etc.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
  • Host Family
  • Apartment
  • Hotel
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
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 chance to experience another culture
  • The people in the country(including host family, program director)
  • Making new friends
* What could be improved?
  • A program with less American students/english speakers
  • I would've liked my classes to be in the morning rather than afternoon/evening
  • Not sure what else
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I supposd I wish I knew about the politics in Argentina a little more before going. However, I could have researched more about that myself.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You 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!

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Literatura Lationamericana
Course Department: Literature - classes for international students
Instructor: Lara Mirkin
Instruction Language: Spanish
Comments: This class was challenging but the teacher went at the right speed for the students. I have never been a big fan of literature but this professor was definitely my favorite one.
Credit Transfer Issues: I have been told the credits have been transferred, they just need to be processed.