Costa Rica, small but life changing... Past Review

By (Environmental Science., Texas Christian University) for

Texas Christian University (TCU): Rincon de la Vieja - Environmental Issues in Costa Rica

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I now know I want to be active in global issues such as politics, policy, and environment.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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

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

  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Go into the program without any expectations and be open minded. Get out of your comfort zone and appreciate every minute you are in this program. Any student would benefit this program in an infinite number of ways.