Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Unforgettable experience! December 20, 2023

By (Psychology, 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 independence. I feel like I was independent coming into this experience but gained more confidence in being independent. I also feel like I got better at making decisions. Also being willing to try new things.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? No

I would want to experience a different part of the world and a different culture. Athens was great but I would want to go somewhere else.

Finances

* 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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? You do not have to eat out every day! There are many food items to buy from the grocery store that make delicious meals for half the cost and they last longer!

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

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? Two years of French in high school
How many hours per day did you use the language?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The food!!
  • Professors/ staff
  • Traveling!!
* What could be improved?
  • Housing amenities
  • WiFi
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew more about the history of Athens and the architecture. I feel like if I would’ve known more I would’ve been more invested/ involved.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You 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!