Fun, busy, and incredible gained knowledge. December 23, 2021
By A student (University of Hartford) - abroad from 08/27/2021 to 11/20/2021 with
University of Georgia: Studies Abroad Program in Cortona, Italy
getting to see all the paintings and sculptures that i had learned about in my art history classes since freshman year was an invaluable experience.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We visited a lot of places and the school had many activities planned, but none of them really allowed us to interact with local people. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
i did not need healthcare |
| * Safety: |
felt very comfortable, but keep an eye on your belongings |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
This program is different than others, as it houses you in a small town and has opportunities to travel all over the country with a small group of people. |
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) |
i don't tend to spend that much on food normally, but the school meals were very helpful |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $40-$50 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | None |
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 |
they encouraged us a little, but there weren't really any situations where i was forced to, or taught, because most restaurants and places had people who spoke a little english. |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | studied on duolingo for 8 months |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | 0 |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | none other than going out and forcing yourself to speak with strangers |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | to pack less school supplies and buy cheap throwaway clothes so i could bring more home. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
