Greatest 5 months ever. Past Review
By Kevin K (International Business., Illinois State University) for
Uppsala University: Uppsala - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Studying abroad definitely broke me out of my Americanized bubble. A lot of Americans who havn't been out of the country treat the world like it resolves around America but studying abroad changes that way of thinking.
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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* Host Country Program Administration
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I loved the program sized. Living conditions were great. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The school organized several cultural events which many exchange students took advantage of. |
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| * Safety: |
I never felt at risk while in Sweden. Most of the citizens were very friendly. |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $150ish each week. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | don't spend so much money at the clubs when you first get there. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Make as many friends as you can. Never dismiss anyone as a stranger and try to get to know everyone. |
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