Incredible June 05, 2023

By (Master of Computing, The American University in Cairo) - abroad from 08/14/2019 to 06/21/2023 with

Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Improved my social skills. I also learned how to tolerate different culture and perspectives.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The AUC students and staff supported during my whole graduate studies. Their support is incredible, especial the financial aid office. In addition, the professors respect the academic integrity but not tolerating any violation of it. Class attendance counts so much. If you do not attend classes, you will not pass.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Very good

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

They have good nurses and doctors at the university. In case you have any issues, you go directly there and get treated very well. I loved their services

* Safety:

Very secured environment

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

I had a good experience there. I would go back, if given an opportunity

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)

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

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Intermediate
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Advanced
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? no

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • lab experience
  • research
  • the overall course administration
* What could be improved?
  • Ramadan Schedule is very difficult for those who are not used to night programs
  • open the Library 24 hours not closing it on Friday
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? T he intensity of the program especially the research part.

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!