Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Would do it a million times over! Past Review

By (Civil Engineering, University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh) - abroad from 03/03/2016 to 03/13/2016 with

University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The cultural experiences were so eye opening. It was so great to see a very different culture. This trip was so incredible and I'd recommend it to anyone.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

I would do it a million times over!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

This program was so well organized and was a great experience.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Beyond satisfied.

* Food:

Couldn't have asked for better food.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* 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

I loved the INNOVATE program. The Asia Institute took great care of us and planned a fantastic trip.

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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • People
  • Cultural Visits
  • Food
* What could be improved?
  • Company Visits
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew a few more Chinese phrases.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A 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.