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La Vie Grenobloise
API (Academic Programs International): Grenoble - University Stendhal, Grenoble III
Program Information
Students in Grenoble study at the Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises (CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III or the Grenoble École de Management. The Université Stendhal – Grenoble III was established in 1339 and is one of the oldest in Europe. The university is well known for its programs for forei... More
| Provider: | Academic Programs International (API) |
| Location(s): | Grenoble, France |
| Year Founded: | 1997 |
| Website | Take me there! |
Review By:
Alison B. (French, Salisbury University) on December 29, 2010
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2010-01-11 |
| * End Date: | 2010-05-20 |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
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The three administrators could not have been better. They had games, constant suggestions for places to travel to, tons of advice regarding culture and everyday life. They were like a home away from home. |
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How well did Salisbury University prepare and support you for your time abroad? |
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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 |
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I practiced with my host family, tandem partners, American friends and French friends. Most people in my group spoke English all the time, but I never spoke English with my host family. |
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A Look Back
| * If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same program? | Yes |
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | If you are looking for a great program, choose this one. The excursions were pretty good, very well organized. The RDs are lovely and Grenoble is a cool little city. If you are looking for a place which is a hub to different outdoor activities and culturally rich, go here! |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | My study abroad experience changed my view on a lot of things. It changed my perspective on life, what I want from my life and what I want to do with my life. I met people who I will never forget and had an opportunity most people never have; to live in a different country. |