An incredible experience Past Review
By A student (Middlebury College) - abroad from 09/10/2018 to 12/14/2018 with
UPCES - Study Abroad in Prague (CERGE-EI, Charles University)
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a new language and I gained the ability to transition very quickly in new places.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Just intense enough |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
This program was fantastic because the work was engaging but not overwhelming and Prague is a great location. |
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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | About $150 not including travel |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Grocery shopping is much cheaper than eating lunches etc. out |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| 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? | French 1 |
| 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? | Have fun with it and embrace the newness of the language |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew more about the classes and credit system |
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. |
Individual Course Reviews
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Czech Language |
| Course Department: | Language |
| Instructor: | Silvie |
| Instruction Language: | Czech |
| Comments: | Yes, it was challenging but not over whelming. People spoke great English and were friendly when you attempted to use what you learned. Field trips also provided this opportunity. |
| Credit Transfer Issues: | NO |
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