Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A high-recommended excellent and special experience with a lot of joy and fun. Past Review

By (Technical University of Clausthal ) - abroad from 07/04/2016 to 07/28/2016 with

University of Haifa: Study Abroad at Haifa International School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It is worth it. I am impressed beyond my expectations. I learned to appreciate and be thankful for all their services and of course I learned a lot of Hebrew.

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Ulpan in the International School Haifa is the most intensive and efficient language program that I had until now. Best academic strategies and program.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The administrative staff is so lovely and helpful, so dedicated, well-trained and special people. Once you meet these people, you fall in love with Israel.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The housing was out of camp

* Food:

....yamiiii

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Israeli culture is so unique and special

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I appreciate a lot that the health insurance was included in the program.

* Safety:

Safety advice was given from the beginning of the course and emails were sent during the program

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

The administrative staff is so special, they help in every matter of study: something that makes one feel appreciated; advanced technique of learning: you start to speak a new language in only 2 months and you get to know all the culture and most important places around. You establish new friendships and don't have to make worries on health-insurance or any important service: everything what a student needs is included. I can only recommend it for everybody. They treat you as their child, not as a foreigner, so sweet staff.

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 had an extraordinary help from the International Office, who made possible to me to have a Rav-Card for the transportation. Thank you so much.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? I had food in the family
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Ask the madrihim, they are the best advisors

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Beginner
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? None
How many hours per day did you use the language? 0
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Yes, try to use the language in your conversations in whatup, email or in the street...practice makes the master. Stay focused!

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

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  • Host Family
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students
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?
  • the administration
  • the learning-method
  • the services around the campus
* What could be improved?
  • information about travel in religios sites
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I already knew that everything will work out the best...

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!