Korea: Experiencing Dynamics Past Review

By (Economics, State U) for

Yonsei University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
yes. world view, diversity, cultural experience.

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.

had an opportunity to meet professors from a variety of countries. Grading system was fair, and there were also many students from many different countries. This program enabled not only to broaden my world view but to further seek for my research on economic field.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

didn't get much help from them because I didnt ask them. But they were ready to help all the time.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I lived with grandma.

* Food:

my grandma made it for me.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

i hung out with many other students and made friends beyond same university.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

one of the safest countries in the world.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

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)

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • N/A

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Good opportunity to broaden your world view and experience diversity by understanding their cultures and customs.