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4.42 / 5 based on 139 reviews

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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Other
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Beause everything is cheaper!
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items

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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Wide range of courses available. Prestigious university.
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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
Chile is a beautiful country to visit with something for everyone. If you go expecting a wild nightlife you will be disappointed though.
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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
We had useful grammar classes and the fact that all the lectures where in spanish was useful. Living with a family also gave me additional practice.
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Housing
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why?
To have maximum exposure to the language and culture of the country
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Personal comments
I didn't have any experience with housing at the university itself.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Bellavista is still quite nice and not too pretentious. Be careful in Suecia its pretty dangerous late at nights. If you want a cheap traditional meal why not try la vega chica.
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