Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A"Hot" Experience Down Under Past Review

By (University of Alabama - Birmingham / UAB) - abroad from 01/14/2017 to 04/08/2017 with

The Intern Group: Melbourne Internship Placement Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Embrace learning form the grassroots.

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The program changed the living arrangements less than one month before arriving. Initially, I did not pay (program fee) to share amenities. There were issues with rodents. Staff responding quickly after realizing hotel management was not complying. Overall, fun space to mingle with individuals.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* 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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Manage your money properly (first, starting with food).

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

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

Select all that apply

  • Other
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Traveling
  • Professional Development
* What could be improved?
  • Living Arrangements
  • Additional Professional Development classes
  • Outings
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How to take on the public transportation system!

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.