Experience Erasmus in Valencia, Spain with Laborde

Why did you choose to go to Valencia, Spain?

For the culture, the climate, and to discover a city that we hear little about when we talk about Spain.

How long was your stay? What kind of aid did you receive?

10 months (September to June).

1000€ Erasmus scholarship.

1000€ from my regional council.

How is the student culture in Valencia?

Awesome.

Would you recommend the city and the university of Valencia to other students?

I would recommend Valencia with my eyes closed.

How is the food in the country?

Very diversified and delicious, even if you're a bit intolerant to olive oil.

Did you have difficulties securing housing in Valencia?

A little bit at the beginning.

What is the cost of living in Valencia?

Much lower than in France.

How did your language studies go? Did you have language courses organized by the university?

I registered at the "Centro de Idiomas" of the University of Valencia. I paid about 60€ for a semester of Spanish courses (4 hours per week).

What's the cheapest way to get to Valencia from your city?

By plane.

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