Ireland is the most beautiful country in the world seen through its landscapes and its people Past Review

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Arcadia: Dublin - University College Dublin

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I have become more independent and have gained a love for the Irish culture, land, and people

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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?

I had an apartment in which I had my own bedroom and bathroom and shared a common room with 5 other people. It was an ideal living situation.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Northern Ireland, Newgrange, Castles

* 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)

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
  • Local Students

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? University College Dublin is an amazing University, the Irish students and professors are so welcoming and you quickly become part of the campus society.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Service Learning

Course Department:
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: This was an amazing course where I had the opportunity to serve the community of Ireland while also learning some key academic concepts
Credit Transfer Issues: no