Argentina; the experience of a lifetime Past Review

By (PSYCHOLOGY., Shenandoah University) for

Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano (UCEL): Rosario - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My experience was great and it was amazing. I would suggest it to anyone. I learned so much.

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

They did a great job and met with me whenever I needed them.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The house was great and the family was very nice to me. They did everything possible to make me feel at home.

* Food:

The food was delicious. Everything I ate tasted great!

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

The social aspect was great! I did things that the people my age would do there on a regular basis.

* 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

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
Language acquisition improvement?

I used Spanish every day. I practiced it with my host family, teachers and peers. Not many people spoke English

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
  • Americans

Comments

Reviewed by Jean Hayes, SU Study Abroad Coordinator

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