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4.35 / 5 based on 80 reviews
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Overall
I wish I had known...
I wish I had known I was going to fall in love with the country and change my entire career path because of my experience there. Life changing experiences always come as a surprise however and that's why a international experiences are a must for every student around the world.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
It's one of the top schools in Mexico but by no means the only school. It has a good sized exchange program and excellent resources like a completely wireless campus. Student life is very good!
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Travel every weekend! The bus system in mexico is cheap and convenient. Plan to meet at the bus station every friday with an open mind and "where to next" attitude and you will fully experience everything Mexico has to offer.
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Academic
Course recommendations
Take a 100% spanish courseload. It's not as difficult or as daunting as it may sound.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
I come from a university with a mandatory integrated lap-top learning style, so it would have been nice to make more use of technology in classes.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Languages
Language of instruction: Spanish
Was learning Spanish a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your Spanish?
My level before: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Living in a foreign country and forcing yourself to use their native language everyday is the only way to learn. Obviously there are difficulties to be expected but having a few drinks with locals and focusing on using whatever level of the language you have is the only way to work through your stuggles and become fluent in a foreign language.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Government assistance
Other
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
The cost of living in Mexico is much lower than in Canada. It is an amazing choice for those who cannot afford the cost of Europe but still want a rich and cuturally diverse experience.
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Telephone:
was more expensive than at home.
Food, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Get a Scotia Bank account back in Canada and you can use thier ATMS all over Mexico without being charged international banking fees.
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Housing
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
It would be nice to share an apartment with a group of students and experience real independent life in Mexico. The family program was amazing and I was very spoiled by my "house-mom", however, I'd like to experience everyday living in Mexico this time.
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Personal comments
Everything was top notch. I've never stayed in such a nice house. My house family treated me like one of their own.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Guadalajara Mexico has an amazing night life. From salsa to Latin American pop and rock - you must try them all!
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