Life changing college experience. Past Review
By A student (Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication., Minnesota State University, Mankato) - abroad from 02/06/2012 to 06/25/2012 with
ISA Study Abroad in Suva, Fiji
Studying abroad in a third world country taught me to appreciate the things that I have been given. It taught me that material things were not important. Living, laughter, and friendships are what really matter.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The education system is extremely different then what we are used to in the United States. That was a huge challenge getting used to but the students and staff are very helpful along the way. |
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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? |
Awesome apartment living on campus. It was fully furnished and just a short walk from school. |
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If you like seafood, fresh fruits and vegetables this is the place for you! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The people of Fiji have a way of welcoming you with open arms and hearts. They are eager to share their culture and way of life with you if you take the time. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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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) |
Traveling affected my budget but it was worth it. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $4,000 |
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 |
They spoke English as well so it was hard to get practice using the language beyond a few simple phrases. |
| 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 |
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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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* Who did you take classes with?
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| 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? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Pack light! you can buy all toiletries once you get there! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
