An unforgettable experience that made me fall in love with South Korea! August 26, 2022
By A student (Business, Brandeis University) - abroad from 06/23/2022 to 08/05/2022 with
Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School
I learned that I needed to step outside of my comfort zone in order to make friends and that it isn't too scary to go out and explore by yourself. My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile because it helped me become brave and independent.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
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| * Food: |
The food was absolutely amazing and it was very affordable! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
I am giving it 2 starts because some of my friends got sick and it was hard for them to get treated. |
| * Safety: |
The area around Yonsei is very very safe! |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
Yonsei University is not only beautiful but it is also located in an amazing area. You can go anywhere from Yonsei and it is very safe and affordable. |
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) |
It was very easy to live on a student's budget because transportation was cheap, food was cheap, and any personal items that you needed from the convenience stores were very cheap. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 250 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Do not go to coffee shops every day if you want to save money |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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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
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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? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Studying abroad is not as intimidating and unattainable as you think it is! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
