France, I dig it! Past Review
By Lara S (Sociology and Communication, SUNY - College at Geneseo) for
SUNY Geneseo: Paris - Humanities Course
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Definitely worthwhile. Learned a new culture, met new friends, and was challenged out of my element.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
A lot of fun. The class was largely discussion based and the discussions were interesting and went in great depth. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Food: |
Did not accommodate vegetarians well at all. Food was kind of gross at the FIAP. However I had no problem finding good food on my own. |
* 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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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Just be smart. Assess your priorities and act accordingly. |
Language
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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