Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Chaotic art. Past Review

By (University of Southern Indiana) - abroad from 06/28/2017 to 08/01/2017 with

USI: Mira - Spanish Theater in Theory and Practice

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned to be more patient with myself and others. It was worthwhile when our resulting project was finished.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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:

A bit over-protective.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? No

Due to the program being unique, its initial organization of throughout the month constantly fluctuated, causing extreme stress and anxiety for all involved.

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)

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? Fluent
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
How many hours per day did you use the language? 10+

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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* Who did you live with?

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* Who did you take classes with?

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A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Food
  • Friends
* What could be improved?
  • Scheduling
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I know now that things have to get ugly before they get pretty.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.