Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Getting a taste of "The Other Side of the Pond"! Past Review

By (International/Global Studies., Arcadia University) - abroad from 09/11/2013 to 12/13/2013 with

Arcadia: London - University of Westminster

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I did a lot of reflection while I was abroad and it made me learn a lot about myself, in what I can and can't handle while being away.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 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:

Loved the food but just so expensive!

* 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? No

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 sooo expensive in London

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? I tried staying within a 20- 25 pounds a week...

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • The people I meet
  • The culture
  • My classes!
* What could be improved?
  • Communication with the host school
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How much money I was actually going to spend while I was abroad!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.