Australia: A Time to Explore Yourself Past Review

By (Marketing and Finance, Drake University) for

The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - University of Notre Dame Sydney

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Very much so, I learned if you want something you need to go out there and get it.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Workload wasn't bad, I didn't like the grading system. Overall, I like the US system much better.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Were very willing to help

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

My program

* Food:

I bought food for myself

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Mardi Gras Parade, St. Paddy's Day.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I felt very safe.

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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Don't spend your money on booze because it will eat away your money.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • They took care of me
  • Connected me with other people so I didn't feel like a stranger
  • Provided cultural events
* What could be improved?
  • List of things going on in the city each weekend
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Be yourself but do not be afraid to come out of your comfort zone.