The Orient Past Review

By Derrell J (International/Global Studies., Texas A&M - College Station) for

Zhejiang University of Technology: Hangzhou - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?

An understanding of the culture and the language is what I came here and definitely will take back. The history of the language has deepened my understanding of the culture and so has interacting with them on a day to day basis. Overall I'm satisfied with coming here, and hope to do it again soon. Though quality of daily services is not as stressed as in America it was still enjoyable.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program?	1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.	The workload consists of 20 hours a week of only language courses plus another 4 hours of optional classes
* 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

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)