Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Adventures beyond belief! Past Review

By (Southern Utah University) - abroad from 05/01/2017 to 08/27/2017 with

SUU: Spanish in Peru

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot about the history and culture of Peru and other Latin American countries which I really enjoyed. As far as my Spanish abilities, I didn't progress too much but I still thought it was worthwhile being in the country and being able to practice my Spanish skills.

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* 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 really enjoyed the program, and I probably would do it again, however I thought it lacked a lot of organizational fundamentals.

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? Less than $50
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Plan out your meals and the souvenirs you want to buy with anticipation to be more frugal.

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? Fluent
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? High School
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Speak at every moment possible!

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Culture/Sites
  • People
  • Food
* What could be improved?
  • Organization
  • More meaningful service project
  • More Spanish speaking integration
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How the service project was going to be. It was good, but it wasn't nearly as impactful as I was hoping it to be.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!