Australia: A Time to Explore Yourself Past Review
By Keaton H (Marketing and Finance, Drake University) for
The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - University of Notre Dame Sydney
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Very much so, I learned if you want something you need to go out there and get it.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Workload wasn't bad, I didn't like the grading system. Overall, I like the US system much better. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Were very willing to help |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
My program |
| * Food: |
I bought food for myself |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Mardi Gras Parade, St. Paddy's Day. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I felt very safe. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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? | Don't spend your money on booze because it will eat away your money. |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Be yourself but do not be afraid to come out of your comfort zone. |
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