BEST EXPERIENCE OF MY ENTIRE LIFE. EVERYONE SHOULD GO. YOU WON'T REGRET A THING. Past Review
By Melissa K (Dance and Media & Communications, Ursinus College) - abroad from 09/03/2012 to 12/20/2012 with
Universidad Veritas: San José - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
The most happiness, positivity, and learning of my entire life. I would do it all over again if I could.
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
PERFECT. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Very nice and always available!! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Great! |
| * Food: |
Very good and always plentiful! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Very! Everyone is INCREDIBLY warm! |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Had to see a doctor twice and my program's insurance reimbursed me both times. |
| * Safety: |
Be smart, travel in groups, don't be loud and dumb and you'll never ever have to worry. |
| 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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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Beginner 101 |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Always practice, learn to not be afraid- not fearing judgment is the only way to learn! And talk to everyone- taxi drivers are the best!! They're always friendly and love to practice! |
Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That there is virtually NO way that anyone that goes abroad won't enjoy themselves. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume. |
