Study Abroad was the BEST decision I have ever made. Past Review
By Amanda A (Communication Design with an Option in Graphic Design, California State University - Chico) for
USAC Australia: Melbourne, Geelong, Waurrnambool - Undergraduate and Graduate Courses
Best 5 months of my life. I learned alot about other people, about my self, and I grew as a person. I had so much fun, and would re-live it in a second. I met amazing people that I can keep in my life for forever. STUDY ABROAD, even if not in Australia, anywhere. Travel while you are there. Spend all your money, Its worth it, its a once in a life time experience.
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The classes were way different then at my home uni, the grades were based on a project and maybe two tests. There wasn't any homework, and most things were due at the end of the semester. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
They did a great job at welcoming us with students ambassadors. They were always there when we needed them, and they enjoyed americans |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived with 2 americans in my house, but there were international students in the complex. It was called international house and it was full of people from all over the world. |
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Similar to home when you needed it, but many varieties. Good Sushi!! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
LOVEDDDD the aussies. They were amazing and welcoming. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
We had a health center and health insurance if we needed it, I didnt. I always felt safe. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I just think living and learning in another country is an experience that you can never do after college. Take advantage, go somewhere where you have always wanted to go. I loved australia. |
