Can I please go back! Past Review

By (real estate/international business and econ, University of Denver) for

ISA Study Abroad in Rome, Italy

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
100%

Personal Information

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

It was real life real world with more experiences and education.

* Food:

If I could move back I would for the food.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I have friends for life. Many will be in my wedding

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

You are protected I Italy. They want no harm to international relations. Just don't be stupid.

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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
Language acquisition improvement?

Any one would be willing to practice Italian but most of the time English was spoke.

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Use the experience to your advantage, food, fun, credits!