Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

ACD is a great small college in one of the worlds most vibrant places. Past Review

By (American/United States Studies/Civilization., Lynn University) - abroad from 05/27/2010 to 06/27/2010 with

American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I truly appreciated the experience and thought that it exposed me to a different way of life.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

The independent living allowed for students to try the great markets and restaurants in Dublin.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Ireland is filled with the world's most friendly people.They are welcoming and genuine. Dublin is an awesome City!

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Did not need any care but felt confident in the system

* Safety:

You will be briefed on what to expect, but if you use your head it is a very safe place.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

It was a bit expensive but so was the rest of europe at the time.The $/Euro exchange has become more even since I was in Dublin.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $200-300
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? My roommates and I went to the market alot and made meals at home.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Small class atmosphere
  • living in the heart of the city, in an apartment
  • Irish people
* What could be improved?
  • Negotiated student discount at local stores and restaurants
  • a first day bus tour around Dublin fo a couple hours
  • create a schedule that would allow for Fridays off for sight seeing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The advantage of planning when traveling

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.