Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Witnessing Medicine Up Close October 03, 2026

By (Medicine, San Diego State University) - abroad from 06/05/2024 to 06/29/2024 with

Cerca Abroad: Medical in Greece

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a new level of independence and a professional insight!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

It turned out to be a genuinely enriching journey that gave me clarity, confidence and a much broader perspective than I expected.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Everything ran so smoothly and the team was always there when needed, which made the whole experience feel effortless and well-supported.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The place was comfortable, easy to manage and made daily routines feel calm and uncomplicated

* Food:

The meals were enjoyable with fresh ingredients and flavors.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

It felt truly welcoming

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Everything felt efficient and reassuring.

* Safety:

I always felt at ease.

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

Hello, my name is Allison. I am from Scottsdale, Arizona, I am twenty years old, and I am in my third year of undergraduate studies in California. I chose a medical internship because I am interested in pursuing a career in medicine in the future. I really wanted to get a taste of medicine and be involved in that environment. I was offered this opportunity through my school, and it seemed like a great way to go abroad and see a part of the world I had never seen before. Some of the most exciting things I’ve seen specifically in the hospital include patient interaction, which was super cool, as well as some incredible surgeries. My favorite experience was seeing an open-heart surgery, which was one of the craziest things I’ve ever witnessed. The doctors were amazing—they really explained everything. Coordination was smooth. I think, as much as it is well-coordinated, you also have to take initiative to see what you want to see. Athens is beautiful. The people are super nice and helpful if you need anything. The food was amazing—I had so much gyros! I also got to visit some of the islands and learn about the history of the region, which was very enriching.

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)

5. Very easily

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 100$
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Avoid international phone plans ,share costs with friends ,use student ID and limit unnecessary subscriptions.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* 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?
  • Smooth workflow and clear expectation
  • Friendly atmosphere that makes participation easy
  • Consistent support whenever you needed
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Everything was perfect-I wouldn't change a single thing and I'd go again without hesitation

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A 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.