Escuela de Sueños Past Review
By Sami H (Outdoor Education., California State University - Chico) - abroad from 10/01/2014 to 12/01/2014 with
Study Abroad Programs in Chile
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
This experience taught me more than I could have ever expected. The cultural immersion was just right amount where I never felt overwhelmed, but got the most out of my time. The other students were extremely welcoming and friendly. I made friends both local and international, that I will remain in touch with. The living quarters were comfortable and spacious. But, above all, there is no other study abroad program that caters to the adventurous life style. This program is the best of the best for someone looking for a real experience of a lifetime.
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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
You get an Advanced Wilderness First Aid Certification. |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $50 |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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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? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Two years of High School |
| 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? | Don't be afraid to practice with the locals, they appreciate it and will help you learn. |
Other Program Information
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* 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? |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I had more than two years of High School spanish under my belt. But nonetheless, I learned more spanish here than in High School. |
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