A Colombian in Paris Past Review

By (Political Science and Government., Tufts University) for

Tufts Programs Abroad: Tufts in Paris

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot about french culture, education, politics, lifestyle, and myself during my sejourn in Paris. I highly recommend a semester abroad to everyone, especially in Paris!

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?

Incredible host mother.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Incredible experience.

* 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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? N/A

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Advanced
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? French 34
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Language acquisition improvement?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students