Alicante: the perfect combination of fun, culture and a Mediterranean lifestyle. Past Review
By Jillian S (Journalism, University of Nevada - Reno) for
USAC Spain: Alicante - Spanish Language, Linguistics, European, Mediterranean, and Gender Studies
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Workload was very manageable. I took Natalia for track 3 Spanish and she is one of the most wonderful and inspiring professors I've ever had. I learned a ton and looked forward to class always. She was very hands on and kept us on our toes. Education system more laid back than in the States. Being a couple minutes late to class isn't generally as frowned upon. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Passionate, knowledgeable, helpful and always willing to go out of their way for you. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
Amazingly cheap, fresh and delicious food from the central market and tons of cafes and restaurants everywhere! Vegetable paella from Buen Comer, Kebap from Sultan Kebap in the church plaza downtown in el barrio. And Darsena if you would like a nice dinner. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Go to Alicante. Tons of Spanish and international students, a great campus and awesome nightlife/ beach culture! A ton of super awesome festivals and never a dull night or day. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Always felt safe honestly! Even late at night. |
| 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
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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| Language acquisition improvement? |
Roommates, yes and no. |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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