Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

I wish that some of the university professors new more worldly and less inclined to make false blanket statements about America and Americans.

On-site administration of your program

The Bilson's are the nicest people you will ever meet and will answer any questions you have to the best of their ability.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

We lived in a dorm-style building called a hostel with communal, single-sex bathrooms and double rooms with furniture and ceiling fans. <br /><br /> My roommate was quite difficult but the majority of the people in the hostel were very nice.

It gets a bit old, but the food is very food and there are more familiar, but expensive, options off-campus if you need that comfort.

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

The group trips were very refreshing, shopping in the markets is tiring but very rewarding, and the nightlife is very different but still fun.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I got malaria once even though I took my pills religiously and the Bilson's made sure they got us all of the health-related care we needed. In terms of safety, as long as you use good judgement, you'll be fine.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

People in Ghana prefer to speak to foreigners in English instead of Twi so learning it wasn't much of an advantage.

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