Geneva: Socially fulfilling Past Review
By Kayla B (Economics., Wellesley College) for
Smith College: Geneva - Smith in Geneva
Yes! I got a broader understanding of different cultures. I was very socially satisfied because I was able to travel all over europe, experience different cultures and meet interesting people. I definitely came home with a greater respect not only for other cultures, but my own culture as well.
Personal Information
| If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: | University of Geneva |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The system was OK. There wasn't an organized way to pick classes at the university |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
There were about 20 students total in the program. The program has a center where we take classes. My expectations were met outside of the program in individual and group travel, but I have to say that the disorganized nature of the administration was very disappointing. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The apartments were a GREAT aspect of the program. I was truly immersed into the european culture and was able to meet many interesting people that I would otherwise not come across in my travels abroad. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Geneva is an extremely expensive city so expect to spend more than anticipated. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | none |
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| Language acquisition improvement? |
I practiced the language with everyone around, but most people spoke english |
Other Program Information
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