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4.43 / 5 based on 242 reviews
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Petra G
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family<br>
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
It was not legal for me to work
Personal spending habits
I travelled more than at home and I choose an expensive phone plan.
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Housing, Overall, Travel, Telephone:
was more expensive than at home.
Food:
was the same price as at home.
Nightlife:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Academic
Course recommendations
Basic Scuba Diving!!!
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
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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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
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
This experience abroad changed my life!!! All I can say is: Everything is bigger in TEXAS! You will love it, for sure!!!
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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
Sometimes I had some difficulties understanding the Texas slang, but I found a way to understand it by asking the meaning.
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Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I like to have space for myself.
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Personal comments
I didn't live on campus so a car is recommended, but not necessary.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities, Nightlife: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The library, Aquarium .... many locations on 6th street!
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