Expansive Learning and New Experiences July 26, 2023
By A student (Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/14/2023 to 05/12/2023 with
DIS Copenhagen: Semester
I learned how to be comfortable with myself, in new environments and with new people. I explored new places and realized what I really enjoy. It was definitely worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Courses weren't as difficult, but at times, the work would pile up to feel a little intense. Overall, instructors were all passionate and unique in their approach |
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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? |
At the beginning it felt isolating --- I got adjusted to the commute and got adjusted to my homestay, but it wasn't my favorite |
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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: |
felt very safe going on my commute even at night, possibly due to it being a suburb |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I really liked the structure of the program, with interesting classes and study tours. |
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) |
my homestay helped cover a lot of the meal costs |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Don't eat out too often --- or be conscious of the costs |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
Using English in most places was fine |
| 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? | Beginner |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew to really budget my money as Copenhagen is an expensive city. I also wish I knew that it can be an isolating experience at times as a person of color. |
