Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The experience of a lifetime! Past Review

By (Florida Gulf Coast University) - abroad from 02/11/2019 to 06/24/2019 with

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

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The experience of spending a semester abroad was unbelievably worthwhile and I would do anything to do it over again. I learned so much about independence and, ultimately, myself.

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

TEAN's on-site admin were amazing and SO helpful always!

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Urbanest Sydney Central was looked in the most perfect place! Close to everything, especially Central Station!

* Food:

Must try: Spice alley!!!

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Went to the doctor a few times and it was super easy!

* Safety:

There was never a time that I felt unsafe, even walking around at night by myself.

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

TEAN was amazing. Organized, helpful, and so supportive right from the start and all the way till the end, and I am so honored to represent them as a global ambassador!

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)

I spent a lot of money while I was abroad, but there was never a time that I wasn't expecting that. The money that I spent weekly, on various things like food and travel, was 100% worth it and a part of the experience.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? About $200 a week, maybe more
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save up A LOT before you go. That was one thing that I really didn't do, so all of my savings are gone. Set aside money for as long as you can prior to leaving SPECIFICALLY to spend while abroad.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local 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?
  • Experiences, like New Zealand
  • Cairns orientation
  • Their organization throughout the entire experience
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing! They were perfect
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? SAVE SAVE SAVE!!! Studying abroad in a big city like Sydney is very expensive.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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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.