We constantly interacted with the citizens of Spain. They are wonderful! Past Review
By Laura D (Nursing., Samford University) for
University of Salamanca: Salamanca - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Personal Information
| The term and year this program took place: | Summer 2009 |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
This trip was so worthwhile. The friendships I made in Spain are still continuing to grow back in the States. The teachers were wonderful and we had a blast. It was so important for me to grow and accomplish so much more than just learning Spanish. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
This program has smart enthusiastic teachers that make learning way better than just sitting in a classroom. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived with 2 different families. They were both extremely helpful and supportive. I loved them both and really enjoyed living with a family. It allowed me to understand the day to day living in Spain better. <br /><br /> My roommate orginally and I didn't get along but in my second house I had my own room. It was wonderful. |
| * Food: |
There was a lot of soup - more varity would be nice but it was all delicious! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We had a great time outside of class! |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
We had a clinic easily aviable for us in case we got sick. I never had to utilize this facility. I felt safe for the msot part. Walking at night was slightly unsettling but we were never really in danger. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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? | Only buy things that are unique to Spain. There are a lot of things that you can find in the States too - for cheeper! |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Intermediate |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
Because we were forced to speak the language we learned so much. My spanish has gotten so much better - its amazing! |
Other Program Information
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