Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

I was excellent and I always will remain appreciative to it. June 13, 2023

By (Masters of Global Affairs, The American University in Cairo) - abroad from 09/03/2020 to 06/03/2023 with

Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Cultures, language, and knowledge.

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* 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?

* Safety:

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

Since you interact and get to know new people and learn new things, why not to go for it again.

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)

Very easily with the budget I prepared.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 75 dollar per a week
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? I would say spend on what you need and not what you want.

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? Advanced
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? I managed to complete my masters on time
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? I think reading, listening, and practicing the language is the best way to master it, particularly, with the native speakers.

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

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • N/A
* 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?
  • The skills set I learn
  • The faculty that I get to know
  • My colleagues, who remain as an assert to me
* What could be improved?
  • I don't remember
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew that the time flies so quick and should enjoy every single day.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Diplomacy theory and practice
Course Department: PPAD
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: This is an excellent class that I recommend any students to take
Credit Transfer Issues: N/A