CYA was worthwhile Past Review
By Jessica W (Political Science, Philosophy, Tulane University) for
CYA (College Year in Athens) - Semester/Academic Year Program
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was worthwhile. I gained more of an understanding of Greek culture.
Personal Information
| The term and year this program took place: | Fall 2009 |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
Decent, but only one meal per day |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Athens overall a safe city. Worse quality healthcare. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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Finances
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* 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) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 150 dollars |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | The price of groceries, traveling, and drinks is much more expensive than you would expect. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
Most people spoke English |
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