Diversity and Enjoyment Past Review
By Xinyi (Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)) - abroad from 10/04/2018 to 01/04/2019 with
University of Haifa: Study Abroad at Haifa International School
It was so worthwhile. I learn different way to see the world and also to learn in a different way.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Very nice, especially for language learning. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Not too bad since I get used to see some little unexpected guests, but the staff is really helpful and will deal with the problem quickly. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Anticipating volunteering program is a nice way. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
During my time of staying I never feel be in danger. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
Three months is too short. One year program or the spring one is much more better. |
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) |
Haifa is much better than Tel Aviv, but it still expensive. |
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? | Intermediate |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Advanced |
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| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Try to grab someone and keep talking. Or just make some local friends by participating in activities.(There are some activities includes local students and international students) |
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
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Time passed so fast and those who would study with you were so nice. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou 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! |
