Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

CIEE CPH October 19, 2022

By (Public Health, Western Washington University) - abroad from 03/23/2022 to 05/09/2022 with

CIEE: Copenhagen - Open Campus Block

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I was able to learn more about the study of happiness, along with the Danes culture.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 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?

They did an amazing job matching you with roommates!

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

They set you up with a host family to cook you dinner and have a meal with you!

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

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

This was my favorite location out of all 3 blocks!

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)

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? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? None
How many hours per day did you use the language? 0
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Try to do practice before you go there to know the basics

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • weekend trips
  • staff
  • Classes
* What could be improved?
  • nothing!
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I loved this city and its staff, it is cold and can be a more expensive city. You should also make sure to rent a bike while you are there!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!