Study abroad, you won't regret it. Past Review

By (Spanish Language and Literature., Trinity University) for

CIEE: Seville - Advanced Liberal Arts

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
absolutely

Personal Information

If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: Universidad de Sevilla
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 was easier but I learned as much as i would have in the US.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Directors are amazing, facility was superb, and their expertise in the study abroad field was impeccable.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

Quality of food was stellar. She was a great cook.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Spain is an incredibly historic place. Tons of cool places to visit.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I never felt in danger, although some of my friends (especially girls) were followed home by strange men.

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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? You spend a lot if you go out a lot at night.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Language acquisition improvement?

Speak with locals of your own age, I spoke Spanish every day with my host family and with my spanish friends.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The directors were amazing.
* What could be improved?
  • The communication between the program and the home institution, I still don't know my grades.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? students who already have a solid base in spanish would really enjoy this.