Had an amazing time, would recommend! Past Review
By Cage M (Marketing, Washington State University) - abroad from 09/11/0015 to 12/19/0015 with
AIFS: Grenoble - Grenoble School of Management
I learned how the world works and how different cultures are more similar to our own than we believe. Perspective was invaluable to learn.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Classes were very different from those in America. Was able to learn from a variety of different teachers with varied backgrounds and from different places. I really enjoyed the change of pace. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Miranda and Marien did an amazing job integrating all of the AIFS members together. Had an amazing time thanks to them. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Host family was nice, enjoyed the location. |
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Very good food There is a learning period to the customs of eating in a foreign country however. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I learned a lot by being there but due to the difficulty of learning the language I always felt like an outsider, but I do not count that as a negative. I was able to meet and interact with many people and build connections and relationships that will last me a lifetime. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Received help when needed. |
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| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 100-200 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Partying is where you spend most of your money, be prepared if you want to travel a lot to save up money otherwise you will not be able to do everything you want to do. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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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 |
In French class we were encouraged but outside of it, english was encouraged upon everyone. |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | French 2 in high school |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Prepare before you leave and really attempt to use the language with locals. |
Other Program Information
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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? | If you want to travel a lot you need to save a lot of money! |
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. |
