I was happy to explore myself in a new context! July 20, 2022

By (Sociology, Connecticut College) - abroad from 01/04/2022 to 05/28/2022 with

Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My program helped me to stay focused on academics while using a foreign language. The language pledge forced me to develop vocabulary both in the academic and social milieu.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The program provided great access to resources available in the host university and well-managed the orientation that made my entire experience a lot easier and more efficinet.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

On top of their job! Available and always there to help.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Great location and nice hosts, but I was not satisfied with the level of cleanliness.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 150 euros

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Advanced
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? French 400
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
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?
  • Socialization
  • Cultural experience
  • Food
* What could be improved?
  • Housing arrangements
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew more about public transport system

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!