Study Abroad in Salamanca Past Review
By Kendra D (Communication, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley / UTRGV) for
University of Salamanca: Salamanca - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Definitely! It was a real awakening. I did miss the constitution and all the freedoms that I have here in the USA, but learning and living abroad was an awesome experience that every student should try.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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Salamanca is a magnificent city. Talk about walking through a history book. It has so much culture, history, and some of the sweetest people in Europe. The professors were excellent, the university staff was pleasant, and although we were in a separate facility specialized for international student, the grounds were nice and cozy. I will admit that Spain is completely different than the United States and sometimes can be a little scary especially in the larger cities like Madrid, but with proper preparation I would recommend it to anyone. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
It was a prime location. Family was awesome and my roommate was respectful. |
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It was definitely something to get use to. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
There was culture everywhere. The Plaza Mayor, the Roman Bridge, the cathedral... everything was beautiful and full of history. |
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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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Language
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Direct Enrollment |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Start fund-raising now because it can get a little pricey! |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
Literature |
| Course Department: | 2303 |
| Instructor: | Mr. C. Lopez |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | Good. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | No. |
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History of Spain |
| Course Department: | 2300 |
| Instructor: | Dr. Ken Grant |
| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | Great course. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | no. |
