A great experience Past Review
By A student (Political Science and Government, Texas A&M University - College Station) - abroad from 06/06/2015 to 07/04/2015 with
Kukulcan Spanish Language School: Courses for College and University Students
I learned a lot but also had a great time. Very worth it.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
There is plenty of opportunity to learn, it is up to you. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
They were very nice and helpful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I love my host family and they were instrumental to my success. |
| * Food: |
I thought the food was good. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
You have the chance to experience everything you want, it is up to you. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
The school has a doctor available to you. |
| * Safety: |
The host city is safe and so is the surrounding area. I traveled a little too far one time but didn't have any real issues. |
| 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) |
It could have been super cheap but I traveled a lot. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Unsure |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Mexico is cheap. |
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 |
Had to speak to any Mexican in Spanish but not other students. |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Intermediate |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Advanced |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | 2 semesters |
| 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? | Talk to friends in Spanish. |
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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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | It seems dangerous and unordered but its not. |
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. |
