Best study abroad ever! Past Review
By Sam D (Sport and Fitness Administration/Management., Ithaca College) for
Study Abroad Programs in Canada
It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a better understanding of several sporting venues and organizations in addition to learning more about a different country/city.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The meetings with important business and sport individuals was a huge part of our class time and it was really helpful to get real world insight instead of just reading a text book. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My expectations were definitely met and exceeded. The trip was phenomenal. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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Tons of good places to eat but it can get costly quickly. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Getting to experience the true olympic experience and doing events like Skeleton was once in a lifetime and truly a memory I will never forget. Exploring the city was also exciting. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
There were no safety issues. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Make sure to bring enough currency in cash and also it's nice to have a backup credit card that can be used in Canada. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Absolutely do it. One of the coolest experiences I could have ever had. You will meet people that you will never have had the chance to meet otherwise and do some of the most exciting activities. It was amazing. Totally worth it! |
