Erasmus Experience in Iasi, Romania by huzum

Why did you choose to go to Iasi, Romania?

Bcause it is one of Romania's most important university center and has a very good background in teaching. (the oldest university in Romania was built in 1860 in Iasi).

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

3 years, around 500 euro/month, which is enough for living in Iasi

What is the student lifestyle like in Iasi?

great, lot of cultures and civilizations

Would you recommend the city and the University of Iasi to other students?

yes

What is the food like?

very good

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Iasi?

no, there are a lot of flats for rent or in university campus

How much does it cost to live in Iasi?

500-600 euro

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

is rather fifficult for a foreigner to learn romanian, but most of the youngs speak english or french.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Iasi from your city?

by train or by bus

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Iasi?

skin club, time out,

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Iasi?

there are a lot and depends on what kind of food you are looking

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

palatul culturii, monastaries, museum of natural history, the copou park, the botanic garden

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Iasi in the future?

not to hesitate on choosing iasi, is a great town with a lot of apportunities for abroad students