An Unforgettable Experience Past Review
By Gabriella Pados (Webster University) - abroad from 08/19/2019 to 12/19/2019 with
Webster University: Athens - Odyssey in Athens
I became a very good traveler, I made lifelong friends, I learned about many different cultures around Europe. Very worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
This program made my study abroad experience amazing. Not only were the people all so nice, I made friends that will last me a lifetime. By studying in a country within Europe you are in very close quarters with other countries, which makes it possible to travel for a great price. In my time in Athens I not only visited a few islands in Greece such as Santorini, I also visited Budapest, Barcelona and Amsterdam within my semester abroad. The memories I made within my time with Webster University Athens Campus were truly special. I highly recommend this program for anyone seeking adventure and the time of their life! |
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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 200 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I traveled a lot and went shopping a lot so thats why I spent so much each week, however, you could easily come and spend 100 or even less a week. |
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? | 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? | nothing |
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| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Use language learning apps and practice everyday |
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? | How much traveling to other countries I would be doing (pack for all-weather) |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
