Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Forward College: Study in 3 Countries October 27, 2024

By (Politics and International Relations, Forward College) - abroad from 09/01/2024 to 05/12/2027 with

Study Abroad Programs in Portugal

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It's an amazing experience to live in different countries in Europe and it teaches you many things from local cultures to personal independence.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

At forward college you study in 3 European Capitols (Lisbon, Paris, Berlin) towards your Bachelor, which is accredited by the University of London or Kings College London.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Forward College offers student residences in every country, so you don't have to organise everything by yourself

* Food:

Students cook for themselves in the residence but we get free coffee and snacks provided on campus

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

We get language classes in every country and the college makes a big effort to integrate with the local culture.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

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

Forward allows you to travel and study at the same time.

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)

Depends on the city. Lisbon is very affordable. Paris has a lot of student discounts.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 150

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? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Beginner
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • International Students
  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • International Students
  • Living in different countries
  • World-Class bachelors
* What could be improved?
  • Organisational aspects
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Moving to new countries is so much easier than I thought and it makes you very independent

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.