Study Abroad at UCT Past Review
By Bronson K (Economics., Tufts University) for
WorldStrides Study Abroad in Cape Town, South Africa
Yes, I enjoyed every aspect of the experience-- from the academics to the culture to the travel. I would highly reccomend UCT to anyone looking for a great experience all around.
Personal Information
| The term and year this program took place: | Spring 2009 |
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* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
They were helpful but sometimes things that needed to be fixed (especially with regard to housing) took longer than necessary. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived in a apartment with 2 other Interstudy students. We were on the same street as the other 40-50 kids in the program. <br /><br /> The location and neighbors were great but sorrounding area was not great. |
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| 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
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
Other Program Information
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