Thanks so much for dropping by our website to fill out our questionnaire! With your (the international students’) help Planet Longhorn hopes to create a pool of information (which admittedly is not as exciting as a real pool) for UT students thinking about studying abroad – possibly at your school. The information you give will go into a brochure about your school, which will be made available on our website and to students interested in studying abroad at organization fairs like 40 Acres Fest. The information in this questionnaire is basically all the information you wished you’d had before you went abroad, and as a result, your input will be a direct step towards promoting study-abroad at UT and at your school.

If you do not know an answer to a question, you can just leave it blank. If the question refers to something your city or school does not have, just write “N/A”. You can either download the questionnaire here: Brochure Questionnaire Final and email it to us at members@planetlonghorn.net or you can fill out the survey below (coming soon!!). Thanks so much!

LOCATIONAL INFORMATION

University Name:

Country that your university is located:

City that your university is located:

Does your city have an international airport? YES         NO

If you circled NO, what’s the best way to get to your university city from an international airport?

What is the primary language spoken in your university city?

How many people live in your university city?

About how much did you pay for your roundtrip plane ticket to Austin?

SCHOOL INFORMATION

What language is spoken in classes?

How difficult would it be to participate in class if English is your only language (pick one)?

Impossible                          Very Difficult                      Mildly Difficult                   Not an Issue

How difficult would it be to meet people if English is your only language (pick one)?

Impossible                          Very Difficult                      Mildly Difficult                   Not an Issue

About how many people attend your university?

About how many international students study abroad at your university?

Does your university have an exchange with UT? YES         NO

Where can international students find out about joining student organizations or sports teams (website, organization fairs, organization offices, etc.)?

What student organizations does your school have especially for international/exchange students (like Planet Longhorn, etc.)?

What language-learning programs or clubs does your school have?

What amenities does your school have (gym, lap pool, basketball courts, etc.)?

How much does it cost to join these amenities per semester?

What academic resources does your school have (pick all that apply)?

English Library                   Computer Labs                 Campus Wi-fi                     Printing/Copying              Tutoring Services

STUDENT LIFE

How do most students commute to campus?

How long of a commute is it to university for most students?

How much do students spend on textbooks each semester?

How can students get access to cheap textbooks or course materials (website, copy shops, past students, etc.)?

Do professors assign homework? YES         NO                         Is it graded? YES         NO

How many tests/papers will one class usually assign per semester?

How many classes do students usually take per semester?

Are professors or teaching assistants usually approached for help? YES         NO

What is the grading scale at your school?

How does this equate to the A – F grading scale at UT (approximately)?

What grade is considered average (the grade most people score) on your grading scale?

Overall, how much more time do students spend on studying at your school compared to UT (pick one)?

Much More                        More                       Equivalent                         Less                       Much Less

Overall, how much more difficult are classes at your school compared to UT (pick one)?

Much Harder                     Harder                    Equivalent                         Easier                    Much Easier

CITY LIFE

What are the 3 most popular places in the city for students to live?

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3)

What are their advantages and disadvantages (proximity to campus, proximity to shops, safety, etc.)?

What type of public transportation does your university city have?

How much does transportation cost?

About how long are the commutes from the most popular student living areas to your university?

Do most students live at home? YES         NO

Do international students live on campus? YES         NO

Do the majority of students live on campus? YES         NO

About how much does it cost to live on campus?

What are the advantages and disadvantages to living on campus?

How can students find cheap housing and furniture (Craigslist, housing boards, etc.)?

What is your recommendation for housing for international students?

Are most apartments pre-furnished? YES         NO

What cheap grocery and basic essential stores are near student living spots?

About how long of a commute is it to these stores?

How much do most students pay for rent each month (bills included)?

Do most students work during the semester? YES         NO

How difficult is it to find work for students during the semester (pick one)?

Very Difficult                      Difficult                                Takes Some Effort                           Easy

What is the minimum wage in your university city?

RECREATIONAL AND NIGHTLIFE

What is the drinking age in your country?

What are the popular nights for students to go out during the week?

What are the top 5 most popular nightlife locations for students (clubs, bars, concert halls, movie theaters, etc.)?

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5)

What late-night transportation services does your city have for students to return home from a night out?

About how much do drinks cost at clubs?

About how much do drinks cost at bars?

About how much is the typical cover charge at a bar or club?

About how much does an average meal cost from a restaurant?

What is the closest clothes shopping area?

How far is the commute from your university?

What are some popular student recreational activities in your university city (music/art festivals, Barton springs etc.)?

What are some things that you think every international student should do for fun in your university city or country?

What food(s) in your country should every international student try at least once?

What is(are) your favorite bar(s) or club(s) in your university city and why?

What is(are) your favorite restaurant(s) or café(s) in your city  and why?

What is the closest green area (park, river, forest, etc.) to go for a run or picnic?

What tourist attractions do you highly recommend in your city, country or surrounding?

What are the major holidays (no school) during the school year?

What do students usually do for holidays (pick the one that students do most)?

Go Home                Travel                     Stay in Town                  Study

What do you think is the best way for an exchange student to meet people or make friends at your university?

CONTACT AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

International advisor at your school:

Name & Email address:

School website:

Student organization website or contact information:

Is there anything else you think a potential study abroad student should know about your school, city, or country?