Lots of nature outside a classroom! Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Classes are interesting and engaging! Very different than sitting in a classroom.

On-site administration of your program

Academic director is great and really cares about your experience in country.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Staying in hostels and camping was great! The homestay experience is extremely variable and ranged from amazing to boring and isolating. Its only for 2 weeks though.

Cooking for a large group was difficult, but there was always plenty of food and the stipend to buy food in Cairns was always plenty.

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

You spend most of your time with the other Americans in the program, but the directors definitely focus on highlighting Australian culture and current event.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Healthcare was fast and easily accessible. Getting reimbursed was kind of a nuisance, but not too difficult.

Never felt unsafe. Just use common sense.

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

Besides souvenirs, everything is accounted for.

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• being outside
• instructors
• opportunity for independent research

• update the flashdrive - contradicting information

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