Studying in Costa Rica was an excellent way to spend my winter break Past Review
By Ariel M (International Relations and Affairs., William Jewell College) for
Study Abroad Programs in Costa Rica
It was definitely worth it. The class was challenging and the Spanish a little over my head but that level class was all that was offered in the time period I choose. The January program, I think, is an excellent option and something not offered by all study abroad programs. Having it then allowed me to fit in a study abroad experience no matter how short of a time it was.
Personal Information
| 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 class I took there was a little over my head but the professor was very patient and understanding. The January term they offer also fit perfectly into my schedule and allowed me the experience to study abroad. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
I thought the administrators were extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the country and about the program. |
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* Housing:
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| * Food: |
The host family that cooked for us was more than willing to make accommodations and the food they cooked was amazing at every single meal. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We had plans for a tour or trip almost everyday of the two weeks I was there. This allowed the group to experience more of the culture and the country than we could have on our own. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
The program directors warned us before hand of any safety concerns and informed us on precautions of how to stay safe. |
| 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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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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