CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

STUDY ABROAD SURVEY

As a study abroad returnee, you are the most valuable resource that inexperienced CCSU students need in order
to make informed decisions about their study abroad choices. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey
candidly to provide the best advice possible to your peers. Your responses will help the Center for International
Education prepare students to gain the most from their study abroad experience.
Thank you for completing the survey and we look forward to reading your responses. Please note that all
information provided is confidential.

Name

Email

Home Phone

Cell Phone

Host University

Semester Abroad

City Abroad

Country Abroad

Goals
What were your goals for studying abroad? (Check all that apply)

Greater understanding of different cultures

Gain a different perspective on American culture
Greater understanding of the US in world affairs
and history
Gain a different perspective on your ethnic heritage
Growth in self-awareness
Growth in maturity and self-confidence
Growth in interpersonal skills and ability to adapt

Intellectual stimulation and development in the

liberal arts
Increase ability to communicate in a foreign
language
Greater autonomy in independent decision-making
Take classes that are not offered at CCSU
Enhance resume, increase job opportunities
Travel and see new places
Other:

Considering the list above, which of these goals do you feel you achieved after studying abroad?

Please answer the questions below using the following scale:

1. Strongly Agree

2. Agree

3. Neutral

4. Disagree

1. This program increased my knowledge of world geography.

2. This program increased my knowledge of world history.
3. This program increased my understanding of diversity of values,
4. beliefs, ideas, and world views.
5. This program increased my understanding of my own culture
and its relationship to the rest of the world.
6. This program increased my knowledge of a foreign language.
7. This program increased my curiosity and openness toward new
opportunities, ideas, and ways of thinking.
8. This program increased my awareness of ethnic and cultural
9. differences.
10. This program increased my ability to examine issues objectively
11. and without prejudice.
12. This program increased my appreciation for multiple
perspectives.
13. This program increased my awareness of my own identity and
culture.
14. This program increased my ability to think critically and,
creatively and integrate knowledge of the world.
15. This program increased my ability to communicate effectively in
a foreign language and interact with people from other cultures.
16. This program increased my ability to cope with unfamiliar and
challenging settings with resiliency.
17. This program increased my ability to locate information and
investigate issues about international topics.

5. Strongly Disagree

Not applicable (NA)

N/A

Please rate your program based on the following:

Excellent

Good

Lacking

Poor

Quality of pre-departure orientation meetings

Quality of academic program and curriculum
Quality of faculty and instruction
Program security and safety measures
Administrative staff in the host country
Center for International Education staff in the U.S.
Financial Aid staff at CCSU
Academic advisement from CCSU advisor
Relationship with host family (if applicable)
Housing
Range of programs and sites available for study abroad
Overall experience with program

Please answer the following (use a separate sheet if needed):

Why did you choose this specific study abroad program and country?

In retrospect, is there other information you wish you had received before participating in the study abroad
program?

Please describe one skill or attribute you gained from your study abroad experience.

What did you appreciate most about your study abroad program? What did you appreciate the least?

How important was the availability of a study abroad program in your decision to attend CCSU?
(Please skip this question if you are not a CCSU student.)

Very Important

Important

Somewhat
Important

Not Very
Important

Overall, how valuable was this study abroad program to your undergraduate educational experience?

Very Important

Important

Somewhat
Important

Not Very
Important

Would you recommend this program to other students? YES NO MAYBE

May a Center for International Education staff member contact you about your experiences with the
program? YES NO
Please check which of the following activities would interest you upon re-entry:

Study abroad re-entry workshop

Study abroad photo and art contest
Participation in the study abroad fair
Information on intercultural
courses/opportunities at CCSU

Becoming a member of the Study Abroad

Club
Volunteering to tell other students about
study abroad
Other:

Please use the reverse side for additional comments about your study abroad experience. The
information that you provide is greatly appreciated!

Return this Survey to the Center for International Education in Room 123, Barnard Hall, and
receive your INTERNATIONAL T-SHIRT!