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South Korea was amazing, fun, and rewarding! Past Review

By (International Summer School, Yonsei University (Seoul Campus) ) for

Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I would go back in a heartbeat the experience was definitely worthwhile!

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.

The work load was equivalent to that of the American Educational system.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

They were available and could best answer questions easily and quickly through email and even by appointment or walk-ins.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Food was not included at the dorms but they did have a kitchen and fridge. I didn't to buy any items to settle in. The area was really safe and the dorms were easy to get in and out of.

* Food:

N/A

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I was able to visit many places in Korea. I went to Busan and also went to a lot of Museums and other places.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

My friend was in a small accident and she was attended to quickly and cheaply.

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)

Language

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • I enjoyed being able to make new acquaintances/ friends and learn.
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I recommend this program to any one who is interested in the Korean Culture.