Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A life-changing experience! Past Review

By (General Education, Berea College) - abroad from 06/26/2015 to 07/24/2015 with

Initiatives of Change: Caux Scholar Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The psychology of conflict, different forms of justice, cultural differences, conflicts from different parts of the world.

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The curriculum was designed in a way that engages everyone, with great experiences shared by the professors and all class members, diverse activities, and a friendly, open atmosphere. The program director and coordinator are wonderful, too.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Switzerland is beyond beautiful. It's just a bit too expensive.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

We stayed in a 5-star hotel on top of the mountain. We have to serve ourselves though; it's a place where everyone contributes to the operation of the hotel.

* Food:

It was hot, delicious, but a bit too much cheese.

* 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)

Everything was covered already, but if I wanted to travel somewhere, that would be a bit costly.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • Great faculty and program director
  • Passionate class members
  • Beautiful location
* What could be improved?
  • More preparation before the Conference
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Some content of the program.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!