Past Review

By (Linguistics., SUNY - Binghamton) for

MICEFA: Paris - Study Abroad at University of Paris VIII

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I wish I hadn't chosen to go abroad with this program.

Personal Information

If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: Paris 8
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks
The term and year this program took place: Spring 2010

Review Your Program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

We were given an option to get 10 day housing and during those ten days find an apartment on our own. It was not an enjoyable experience to say the least. <br /><br /> We were given an option to get 10 day housing and during those ten days find an apartment on our own. It was not an enjoyable experience to say the least. We didn't know our university at the time and so I ended up being about 40 minutes by métro from my university.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? No

Finances

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? I have no advice.

Language

Language acquisition improvement?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? If you are not an independent or social person pick another program. If you are uncomfortable doing things like finding housing on your own find another program. If you want to have a very immersive experience, pick another program.