Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The Best Time of My Life Past Review

By (Cyber Security, Utica College of Syracuse University) - abroad from 01/18/2014 to 05/10/2014 with

American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Studying abroad was something I always wanted to do. It helped me become more opened minded and become more independent and financially responsible. Plus the experiences I had will last forever. From the people I met to the places I traveled, everything was simply grand. For 4 months I essentially had one large family. Sure at times we were dysfunctional but most families are. We all looked out for another, went out together and traveled together. I'll always remember the good times we had.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Classes are small but you get the most out of them

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Living with so many people was a new but very exciting experience. You always had a good time and there was always something going on.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? About 120 euros a week
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save early. But if you go into debt don't worry it happens. Just enjoy the ride.

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?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • Everything
* What could be improved?
  • No improvements necessary.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Make sure to manage the time you have wisely because it feels like goes by in an instant.

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.