Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Some of the greatest times of my life Past Review

By (SUNY - College at Geneseo) - abroad from 06/25/2017 to 07/31/2017 with

SUNY Geneseo: Traveling - Mediterranean Roots Summer Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot from this experience, especially about myself and the way I respond to different circumstances. I realized I am a pretty easy going person and can adapt to things easily. I also learned to to learn more you have to step out of your comfort zone and always enjoy the things around you.

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.

This was honestly the best way to learn humanities. We got to learn about the things we were seeing each and every day and relate them to the course work we had in front of us during class.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Every country we went to welcomed us with open arms. The accommodations were incredible and we had nearly zero problems all around.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Every hotel we stayed in was incredibly well kept and in great areas. The rooms were always spacious and we were always near great sites or beaches with spectacular views.

* Food:

Each country had different delicacies to try and this was one of my favorite parts. It made me immerse in the culture and try new things.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel 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

I had the best time I could've ever had on this trip. From the sites, to the beaches, to the people, to the food, everything was perfect.

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)

This trip was pretty costly, but I do have to say everything was worth it, and I don't regret spending any of it.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 300 euros
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Definitely bring one or two credit cards, but also bring a lot of euros to begin with to avoid multiple atm trips.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
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?
  • Spain
  • food
  • people
* What could be improved?
  • travel time
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The amount of money I would need to spend on food.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.