Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

An awesome experience to learn so much about yourself and grow as a person. Past Review

By (Middlebury College) - abroad from 09/10/2018 to 12/15/2018 with

UPCES - Study Abroad in Prague (CERGE-EI, Charles University)

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
So much. Cant sum it up in one review haha.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* 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

The program was awesome.

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)

It was difficult. There was lots of spending.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? I am not sure.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save a lot over the summer.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

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? None
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? Always practice when you can.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
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?
  • Central location
  • Directors
* What could be improved?
  • Class structure
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It flies by so enjoy every minute.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Czech
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Comments: Yes. I really enjoyed this class. It helped me learn the culture and understand how to live in Prague.
Credit Transfer Issues: Not sure yet.
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Econ of Transition
Course Department: Economics
Instructor:
Instruction Language:
Comments: I felt the professors were unfair with their grading policy.
Credit Transfer Issues: Not sure yet.
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Housing Markets in a CEE Context
Course Department: Economics
Instructor: Martin Lux
Instruction Language:
Comments: The professor was great and I enjoyed the class and learned a lot about the housing market.
Credit Transfer Issues: Not sure yet.
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Comprehending the Holocaust
Course Department:
Instructor: Michal Pilzek
Instruction Language:
Comments: This class was amazing. I learned so much. The professor was amazing.
Credit Transfer Issues: Not sure yet.
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Prague as a Living History
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Instructor:
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Comments: It was a great way to learn about the history of the city while also getting out of the classroom and having the city of Prague be our classroom.
Credit Transfer Issues: Not sure yet.