Most amazing experience i have been through yet Past Review
By Bianca G (Political Science and Psychology, Hartwick College) for
API (Academic Programs International): Cork - National University Of Ireland, University College Cork
Absolutely. I learned more about the Irish culture and the European culture. i also met a lot of international students there so it broaden my horizons.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
everything was great; it was an amazing experience. work load was fine. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Even when we were evacuated for a flood, we were completely taken care of. Claire was awesome and was really helpful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
My roommates were nice and I am still in touch with my Irish roommate. I had plenty of room and my own bathroom. |
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the food was good; for the most part i pretty much provided my own food. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
there was plenty of opportunity to join in clubs and organizations. everyone was really helpful if i needed anything or had questions. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
i felt safe. we were told where we shouldn't go, but the city overall felt very safe and i never felt as if i had to worry. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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) |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | DO IT! Ireland (Cork) is amazing; travel as much as you can. Try as much as you can. Join as many clubs and organizations as you can. It will feel like home! |
