Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Without a doubt, the best experience of my life. Past Review

By (Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions., Xavier University) - abroad from 02/01/2014 to 06/20/2014 with

Study Abroad Programs in Argentina

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained world experiences and appreciation for other cultures, in addition to meeting people from all over the world, and of course, improving my skills with the Spanish language. It was absolutely worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Raul and Rodrigo were both incredible with anything I could have needed or wanted.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Teresa was the best person to make me feel at home in Argentina, when this was my first time away from my family for so long.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I never had any issues, but my friends who did need to go to the doctor's office had plenty of support and help.

* Safety:

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? Maybe $25-30 USD a week.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Buy your souvenirs at the local markets, they are much cheaper, and more unique anyway.

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
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? 300 level Spanish courses
How many hours per day did you use the language? 10+
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Listen to conversations all around you, and practice how what you would say in relation to the topic. Any way to practice, even when alone, helps.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Host Family
  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

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

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • 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 activities
  • The support
  • The people
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? To bring down US dollars in cash to exchange at a better rate with local friends.

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 Nearly Native or Trail Blazer
Craving the most authentic experience possible, perhaps you lived with a host family or really got in good with the locals. You may have felt confined by your program requirements and group excursions. Instead, you'd have preferred to plan your own trips, even skipping class to conduct your own 'field work.'