Greatest experience ever! Medical Internship in India Past Review
By Sandy Valenzuela (West Texas A&M University) - abroad from 12/18/2016 to 01/15/2017 with
Study Abroad Programs in India
100% worth it, their language, culture, and medical experience
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
One of the best programs ever |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
great housing |
| * Food: |
best food, great meals |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
a great way to expand your horizons is to travel and learn about their culture |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
my internship was in a hospital health care was the best |
| * Safety: |
really safe4 and secure |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
the program was great, the place was incredible, and the people are really kind |
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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $10 per week |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Save but also know how to spend money in a smart way experience the culture before buying anything |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | none |
| 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? | read about their history and get a book to read |
Other Program Information
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 10+ |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | money exchange was a bit difficult for me to get before traveling |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn 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. |
