Umuntu Past Review

By (The University of Texas at Austin) - abroad from 05/30/2014 to 07/11/2014 with

SIT Study Abroad: South Africa: Education and Social Change (Summer)

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Time isn't everything. Those with less, have more.

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

They definitely focus more on your experience and overall comprehension than the papers

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The admin and staff are absolutely amazing and truly care for you and your time in the program.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Whether you're in a home stay or a hotel, the housing is amazing.

* Food:

Be ready for some new things, but you, for sure, will never go hungry.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

You truly get to immerse in the culture and society.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Our academic coordinator's wife was a doctor, so we had medical service 24/7. And they will do everything they can to make sure you're getting the best care.

* Safety:

As long as you're aware, you're perfectly safe.

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)

Definitely bring money.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? About 100-150 ish
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Don't always go to restaurants

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
  • Host Family
  • Apartment
  • Hotel
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • 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?
  • The people we met.
  • The culture.
  • The beauty of the country.
* What could be improved?
  • Communication about details
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? You will gain weight.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.