Amazing but might do other program for more of a French experience September 17, 2026
By A student (International Relations, Brandeis University) - abroad from 01/04/2026 to 04/24/2026 with
Boston University: Paris - Internship Program
I learnt how to adjust to a different country with a language barrier abd French people arent mean!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The program was good. The staff at BU Paris are amazing and helped a lot along the way. For the price of the program, it was a little disappointing that 1) we didn't really live in Paris; we lived in Puteaux. 2) We didn't have any international or far local trips, like to the South, as opposed to other programs. 3) We had few all-together events with the whole program, and the program was too short. The classes were great, especially the Art class where we went to museums every Wednesday for free. I just think for the money paid, more should be done |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
They were good and helpful |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I'll say 4 because I think puteaux was far but I loved the Social Hub |
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The food events were fun |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
SOS was so helpful |
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It is Paris' after all |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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) |
Expensive |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 150 euros |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Budget before getting there, plan everything on the foirst week when you know your schedule |
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 |
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| 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? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Level 5 french |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? |
Other Program Information
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That we wouldnt be living in Paris |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn 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. |
