Edinburgh: The Best Decision I Ever Made Past Review

By (Finance, Bryant University) for

Arcadia: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes, one of the best times of my life

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.

It was a very different system. The classes were large, and the grades consisted of about two things. It would have been tough if I studied a lot, but all I had to do was pass, so I got to spend a lot of time going out with friends and traveling.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

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* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Plenty of scottish traditions that were fun and interesting to go to.

* Health Care:

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* 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)

Language

If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition?

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Local Students
  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Great communication, great trips, great help if needed
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Don't be afriad to step out of your comfort zone!

Individual Course Reviews

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