Studying in Italy was one of the best times I have ever had- the whole experience filled my heart! Past Review
By Alexandria b (Fine Art, University of Nevada – Las Vegas) for
USAC Italy: Viterbo - Intensive Italian Language, History, and the Arts
This experience brought me some of the greatest gifts- from the locals who became good friends, to the beauty of the culture, to the art, to the architecture, to the wonderful food, and all the history. There was something new to learn every day. Something new to experience.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The teachers and the host university were exceptionally inviting and experienced! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Absolutely respectful friendly and welcoming! Very organized and responsible. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived with an Italian girl in an amazingly beautiful old Apt. in a nice part of the city! I still dream of going back there today. Living with a local was one of the best experiences. i felt like I was living in the culture and not just visiting it. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
love this country and its people! |
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| 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
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
| Language acquisition improvement? |
My Italian teacher was great! Very patient, and if you are a fast learner like I am, she was accommodating to that as well. |
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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? | Become friends with the local Italians- those of us that did had the most fullfilling experiences! |
