Past Review
By Jennifer W (economics and environmental studies, Tufts University) for
University of Fribourg: Fribourg - American College Program
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was awesome. It gave me a worldly perspective, fluency in French, and plenty of travel, skiing, and chocolate enjoyment.
Personal Information
If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: | Universite de Fribourg |
The term and year this program took place: | Spring 2009 |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Dorm with university students, brand new building. <br /><br /> |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Switzerland is an expensive country, it was really difficult at first, but you get used to it and appreciate American prices when you get back. |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Cook at home as much as possible and shop for food at Migros! |
Language
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Advanced |
Language acquisition improvement? |
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Other Program Information
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