An amazing semester in a fascinating and delicious city Past Review
By A student (Philosophy, Brandeis University) - abroad from 01/24/2018 to 06/01/2018 with
Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Rothberg International School: Undergraduate Study Abroad Program
Learned about the complexities of Israel, being in Jerusalem, which is really the center of Judaism worldwide. It's also incredibly diverse with a tapestry of other cultures as well. I did Nachshon, which is also a terrific program. Would highly recommend. It's an excellent supplement for anyone interested in pursuing a career in Jewish leadership or just trying to meet fun and smart people.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Israeli Narratives of War and Peace was my favorite course. Best thing is to choose good professors, of which there are several. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Good but lots of bureaucracy and rigidity of policies. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Very satisfied with the Student Village. Clean and inexpensive. |
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Such amazing food in Jerusalem. No meal plan. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Not so much interaction with Israelis since the school is international. But you are at Hebrew University. |
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* Health Care:
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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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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 |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Hebrew 44 |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Make israeli friends!! |
Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Direct Enrollment |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | How much english is spoken in jerusalem. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
