Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great School! Past Review

By (HS Heilbronn) - abroad from 06/01/2016 to 07/29/2016 with

Ailola Lingua: Buenos Aires - Spanish Language, Volunteer & Internship Programs in Buenos Aires

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I improved from b2 to c1

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Did not use the accomodation offered. Lived with a friend.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

If you had problems they advised you where to go and what to do.

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

The school is located in one of the most impressive buildings in Buenos Aires, Palacio Barolo. The office staff did an incredible job at making you feel welcome. They assisted me in a lot of things and helped me to get the most out of my stay. Also the teachers did an incredible job und finally I can use the subjuntivo correctly. They always tried to align my classes with my personal interests. I was really satisfied with my decision to study Spanish at Ailola Buenos Aires. I can highly recommend this school to anyone who thinks about learning Spanish in Buenos Aires.

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 700-1000 $AR
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Bring Dollars and change them here. Bank fees are incredibly high and the withdrawl is limited. Also bring every thing you need for personal hygiene. Deodorant, Shampoo, Tampons... everything very expensive. Americans BRING PEANUT BUTTER

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Intermediate
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Advanced
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? B2
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • spanish literature
  • afternoon activities
* What could be improved?
  • nothing much
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Prices in Buenos Aires are very high. Be prepared to pay a lot.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.