Amazing Study Abroad Opportunity December 20, 2023
By A student (Webster University) - abroad from 10/22/2023 to 12/16/2023 with
Webster University: Athens - Odyssey in Athens
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a lot of volunteering experience and learning while volunteering at a local refugee center. It was definitely worthwhile!
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. |
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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? |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Sometimes a bit difficult to navigate if and when public protests would be carried out. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
This was a very unique experience being amongst a multitude of cultures in the Athens area and learning from many. |
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? | $280 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Create a budget spreadsheet and do not live beyond your means. |
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? | Beginner |
| 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? | I practiced via Duolingo for 10 months prior to my departure. |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Speak with locals and ask how to pronounce specific words in the native language. |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? |
A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | To find comfort and confidence in exploration from Day 1. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume. |
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