Na zdravi! CESP - Central and East European Studies Program Past Review

By (Finance and Financial Management Services., Kansas State University) for

University of Economics: Prague - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It doesn't matter where you go, every American needs to Study Abroad.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

There are frequent small group discussions and its easy to understand most of the teachers english.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Buying a pot is a good idea, pasta is cheap and serves as a good quick meal.

* Food:

The food at the school's cafateria isn't bad, though the food along the streets is a lot better and reasonably priced.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Art and Architecture

* 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? Prepare to buy water everywhere, though beer is cheaper! also its costs about 5Ck to go to the bathroom anywhere in public.

Language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? This program gives you a new outlook on international business and how the world is changing economically.

Comments

Students: please note that Kansas State University does not condone nor encourage the use of public transportation without a proper pass or payment. All students should follow all in-country laws and regulations.

KSU August 08, 2011