Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great Experiance Past Review

By (University of Texas - Dallas) - abroad from 07/06/2019 to 07/26/2019 with

Wafid Arabic Institute: Amman - Arabic Programs for Non-Native Speakers

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Overall Wafid is an excellent program, it is exactly as advertised, intensive and immersion. I appreciate that the teachers and staff worked to create a sense of camaraderie with them and among the students; this was accomplished not only during our trips but in the classroom as well. The socializing was an important factor as well. Lessons were comprised not only of grammar, vocabulary, and textbook, but teachers used role players, games and videos to help us converse and think practically in the Arabic language. Also, the staff is immensely positive, welcoming and professional!

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

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? Beginner
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Intermediate
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Local Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • Arabic Classes
  • Trips and activities
  • Organization
* What could be improved?
  • student's commitment on time
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? New Arabic words, new friends,

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!