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Sum Up In Germany Past Review

By (Oklahoma State University - Stillwater) - abroad from 03/01/2018 to 07/28/2018 with

Study Abroad in Germany! Programs and Reviews!

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a cultural experience that can never be taught by Book. I will hold everything I learned and viewed will never be forgotten

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

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

having only a Kitchenette was difficult, however that wasn't the Programs fault

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Plenty of English speakers

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Never felt threatened whatsoever

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Germany is a beautiful country and the people are absolute top notch

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? 70 Euros
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Buy Food and don't spend it at restaurants.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • SWOP Team
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Get your visa paperwork done before you leave if you are planning on long term study abroad

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.