Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A really great way to get a new perspective of the world. Past Review

By (English, Clark University - Worcester) - abroad from 02/10/2012 to 06/16/2012 with

CIEE: Perth - Arts and Sciences

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a fresh and exciting view on myself and the world, and it was definitely worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Paul was a really great Program Director. He did a lot to help us settle into our country and make us comfortable enough to explore on our own.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The Student Village is good because you get to meet a lot of other students. The actual housing wasn't very remarkable.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* 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

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)

* Was housing included in your program cost? Yes
* Was food included in your program cost? No
Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $60-80
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Learn how to cook simple dishes for when you're there, because buying cheap and healthy food is better than buying a bunch of frozen food or going out to eat in terms of money.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • 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?
  • Meeting Australians and other non-American people.
  • The Northwest Trip and all the other program-offered trips and excursions.
  • Experiencing the culture and beauty of Australia.
* What could be improved?
  • Giving more options for housing.
  • Helping students who want jobs to find them.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Bring a lot of clothes, including some for colder weather. Also, make sure to exchange a little bit of money BEFORE going to the airport, but save most of it for when you get there.