Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Best choice I ever made. Past Review

By (Webster University) - abroad from 05/25/2019 to 07/27/2019 with

Webster University: Athens - Odyssey in Athens

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
This program is incredible and I would not trade the experience I had for anything. I learned so much about myself and it gave me a lot of confidence.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The administration at Webster Athens is incredible. Such caring, helpful and fun people.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The housing is so nice. Honestly could not ask for better.

* 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)

You can 100% do this type of program on a minimal budget. It's all what you make it.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
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
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • The faculty on campus
  • The immersion into Greek culture
  • Food/Shopping in Greece
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Budget how much you'll spend each month.

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.