A great experience for a great price Past Review
By A student (University of Florida) - abroad from 06/04/2018 to 07/06/2018 with
University of Nicosia - Global Semesters: Nicosia - Summer in Cyprus: Animal Science
That I would be willing to travel the world, and yes
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
It was a little difficult considering there was so much information to know in such little time but it was extremely difficult besides the amount. The instructors are also very willing to help. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Wish they had told us about more to do near the university and earlier, instead of towards the end. They will hunt you down for the money though so don't mess with Laura. However, after continuous email asking for the full amount, despite being told it was okay if the financial aid came in after the program ended, when I finally gave her the full amount and asked if everything was okay, she never got back to me. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Beautiful housing but terrible wifi. However, the house made up for it. |
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Amazing!! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Everyone is really kind. |
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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
I met great people and had the time of my life for a great price in a beautiful country. |
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 have a problem with spending and it got worse in a foreign country especially since I wanted to buy everything. But, I survived. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | I like to eat so I could easily spend $100 a week on food. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Budget your money on souvenirs and food and make a weekly budget. Also, only carry so much money on excursions. Buying souvenirs for cheap is easier at smaller stores. |
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? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Spanish 2 |
| 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? | Just listen to locals |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I had a voltage converter cause without using a straighter my hair was everywhere as well as a stronger SPF sunscreen. Also, bring a water bottle. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
