South Korea is a fusion of ancient culture and advanced technology. Past Review
By Amy S (Psychology, California Lutheran University) for
ISA Study Abroad in Seoul, South Korea
Absolutely! I gained so much knowledge on not only South Korea, but working for a boss when we don't speak the same language, and navigating the subway to get everywhere.
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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
It was a great program and we could call our onsite director whenever we needed anything! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived in the old dorm not the new one (CJ) mine was a bit beat up, but I knew ahead of time what I was getting into. CJ was beautiful though. |
| * Food: |
I cooked my own food... that is really hard in Asia! |
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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: |
Seoul despite its size and population is a very safe city. I never had to worry about my safety. |
| 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 |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
practice language with locals, do english exchange and practice with other foreigners |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | girls shouldn't bear their shoulders! Its not socially acceptable. Students who haven't left the U.S. but have interest in Asian culture. Students who love temples! |
