Study Abroad at University of Oviedo Past Review
By Paula W (Social Work., Salem State College) for
University of Oviedo: Oviedo - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
loved it. oviedo is beautiful and not many people there speak english and there are few tourists, so you will be immersed in the language/culture.
Personal Information
| If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: | Salem State College |
| The term and year this program took place: | Summer 2008 |
Review Your Program
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* 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? |
San Gregorio dorm. Adequate but a little run down...only a skylight, no windows and it was hot if the sky light was closed but if open there was no screen so a lot of bugs would get it. <br /><br /> |
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I wish there were more vegetarian options, but cafeteria staff would helpful in trying to accomodate me even though they didn't really understand the concept of vegetarianism. |
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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
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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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | buy food from the grocery store in order to save money |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | while you're over there, travel as much as you can |
