Best experience of my life. Past Review
By India Austin (University of Mississippi) - abroad from 07/07/2016 to 07/21/2016 with
Broadreach: Program at Sea - Caribbean Underwater Discoveries Voyage
I learned that there is a world outside of highschool walls, which I think a lot of teenagers have trouble realizing. I learned how to scuba dive, and how to overcome any obstacle. I also learned how to create a family out of complete strangers.
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. |
This is by far the best experience I've ever had. Class lectures were hands-on and exciting, hikes and dives were gorgeous, and the people were so welcoming. I definitely recommend this program to anyone and everyone. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The administration of the host-country was flawless. Welcoming, and always available to answer any questions you may have had. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Living on a catamaran was amazing. Incomparable to any other living situation! |
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Healthy foods were prepped and served by the students. A wonderful bonding experience between housemates, and somewhat challenging when sailing! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I feel as though the locals welcomed us as part of their own family. We were only met with smiles as we participated in community events. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
I was not required to have any prior immunization, and the staff stressed hygiene, as illnesses can spread very fast on a live-aboard catamaran. |
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I never felt as though I was in any sort of danger. Always make sure to have multiple ways to fasten and lock any luggage while traveling- even while in the city. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I learned so much from the people I was living with, and would never change that. |
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) |
Things were very expensive there, but I did not find myself needing to buy much at all. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | I spent about $100. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Keep the larger picture in mind. Would you rather have an amazing experience that will last you for the rest of your life, or some smaller insignificant thing? |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish i knew that not everything was going to go to plan, and that I should just go with the flow. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe 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. |
