Study Abroad in Seoul Past Review
By Brianne T (Econ/Admin, University of California - Riverside) for
Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School
Yes. This program has helped solidify my interest in international management and has given me a goal to work towards in the future.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Classes taught in English were no different than those taught at a UC. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
On site admin were very helpful and always available for questions/concerns. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
Food is cheap and delicious! There's a nice variety. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The optional field trips were pretty good and reasonably priced. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Seoul is a very safe place! I did not experience any issues with safety or health. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | If you're commuting, save extra for transportation just in case! Although you can plan on taking the bus/subway everyday sometimes it's more convenient to take a taxi (which might end up costing more). |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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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? | Do your research and know what to expect. Of course you can't be prepared for everything, but there are a lot of reviews/discussions about this program online that can give you a more personal insight to the program. Students with an open mind and a willingness to try new things would benefit the most. |
