It was difficult but I learned a lot! Past Review

By (Smith College) - abroad from 01/26/2017 to 05/24/2017 with

PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned a lot of Spanish history and culture, and about myself as an independent student. It was worthwhile.

Review Photos

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Very amiable and helpful

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Would've liked more independence living wise.

* Food:

At times wished to be able to cook for myself.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

gave a lot of cultural opportunities!

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

did not have any health concerns.

* Safety:

Cordoba is extremely safe.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

I learned a lot about culture, the language, and of myself.

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? 10 dollars
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Try not to get snacks every week, it all adds up!

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

Always reminded to speak Spanish

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? 265, second year course
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? Make sure you make Spanish friends.

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?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
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?
  • The people I met
  • The food
  • The experiences
* What could be improved?
  • Talks about race
  • more leeway with food
  • more support for students of color who are experiencing racism
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Race relations are harder than anticipated.

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!