Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Learning Day-to-Day in Healthcare November 05, 2026

By (San Diego State University) - abroad from 05/12/2024 to 06/01/2024 with

Cerca Abroad: Medical in Greece

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained confidence, independence and a broader perspective on healthcare!

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.

The program offered meaningful learning opportunities and broadened my understanding of healthcare.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The local team was well organized, approachable and responsive throughout the program.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The accommodation was comfortable, well maintained and conveniently located.

* Food:

Greek cuisine was delicious, varied and reasonably priced.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Living in Athens gave me a deeper appreciation of Greek traditions and the local way of life.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I had no health issues during my stay and felt safe throughout the program.

* Safety:

I felt safe throughout my stay in Athens and had no safety-related concerns.

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

Hi, my name is Kateline, I am from California and I attend San Diego State University. I wanted to do this internship because I want to pursue my career in the health field and I would recommend this internship. I learned so much from talking to the health professionals and I learned so much just by observing here day to day. I would highly recommend this internship with Cerca Abroad because they’re very good and very fast and efficient in communication. Athens is also a beautiful place to explore and has such a beautiful history.

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)

Very easily!

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 120$
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Shopping at local supermarkets and markets can help keep daily expenses low.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • 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? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Valuable exposure to healthcare professionals
  • Gaining a better understanding of the daily routines in a healthcare setting
  • Meeting new people and building lasting friendships
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I was pleasantly surprised by how smoothly everything went and how easy it was to settle in.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An 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.