Rome: one of the most amazing experiences of my life!! Past Review
By Jessica B (Finance, University of Denver) for
WorldStrides Study Abroad in Rome, Italy
It was so beneficial in shaping my abilities to adapt to new situations!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Grading system is different but you can't beat actually getting to visit the historical sites an see the works of art that you are examining in person! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Very helpful and sweet. They hold your hand through the whole thing if you'd like. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Very safe neighborhood, close to other stut abroad students. A bit far from school. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
It truly can be the best experience of your life if you are adaptive and have a positive attitude. It also helps to be patient. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Watch your wallet and purse in crowds. But other than that I never felt in danger. Be smart about it and you won't have any problems. Also obviously never be alone 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 |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
It was required to take a language class through this program which was very helpful! |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Be patient, open, and tolerant! |
