Survey of International Organizations - The TRIP of my LIFE!!! Past Review

By (Gobal Health, George Mason University) for

Study Abroad Programs in Switzerland

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
yes

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.

Loved it so much! Everything was perfect, the setting, the weather (although it was cold and snowing), the people and the university. I had a wonderful experience.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

N/A

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

Food wasn't all that great. Had to learn to like it.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everything was memorable. Loved it.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

N/A

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)

Language

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Cultural exposure, country and making new friends
* What could be improved?
  • Probably engaging students to get along and have more get togethers.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Loved it!!! Wish I had done it again prior to graduating. Will definitely do it for doctorate program if I get a chance.