Harder than expected Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Academic rigor was very intense, but the resources for students left something to be desired.

On-site administration of your program

N/A

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Independent dorms are a very good option for staying in Paris, mine was in the 6th arrondissement (center city) and included dinner during weeknights.

(Paris!)

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I lived in a house with about 50 French girls and had one roomate, we all got along very well. It really helped with establishing a social life, as Sciences Po is very academically minded and not always very social.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I have Spanish citizenship, so it wasn't a problem.

Paris feels safe, though of course there are certain areas to avoid at night like any other city.

I learned a lot: the most important elements of what I learned was the information taught in my courses, but I also learned to appreciate and take advantage of the support and attention American teachers and institutions give their students.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

It's Paris, so it's expensive, but there are also student rates for a lot of things (movie tickets, opera or ballet tickets) so it evens out.

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

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• Local Students

• The information as fascinating, and from a. very refreshing, un-USA based perspective
• The professors are demanding and serious, and won't coddle students or waste any time

• Giving any support for the students (social or academic)
• Help finding a place to live (I was very lucky)

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