Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great food and great travel! August 30, 2023

By (Art History, Brandeis University) - abroad from 06/24/2023 to 08/04/2023 with

Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned the different ways in which people live and adds great insight into developing my character as a more empathetic person.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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

I feel so grateful to have the opportunity to attend this program and explore different cultures and try new foods.

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)

Very Easy! Cheap meals could be easily found.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Always have cash on hand (doesn't need to be a ton)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

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?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
* 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?
  • Food
  • Night life
  • Friends
* What could be improved?
  • Course options
  • Meal plan option would be great
  • More field trips through the program
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I brushed up on my Korean beforehand

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
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.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Introduction to Art History
Course Department: Art History
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Prof was very knowledgable and was available for extra support as well as extra credit opportunities.
Credit Transfer Issues: I haven't transferred the credits yet.
Course Name/Rating:

East Asian Art History
Course Department: Art History
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Course was well taught and professor gave us local museums to visit to better apply our learning.
Credit Transfer Issues: I haven't yet transfered the credits.