That really happened? Past Review
By Jackie M (University of Georgia) - abroad from 06/07/2013 to 08/02/2013 with
Study Away and Internship Programs in New York City
Going abroad was the best decision I have ever made. It forced me to be completely independent, separated from friends and family at home. It forced me to grow up. Being on my own also really helped to give me a sense of who I am as an independent adult, not as a unit with the people I have been with my whole life. I found out how smart I am and how well I can take care of myself. Most importantly it allowed me to see and experience people and cultures completely different from that of my own. People are products of our lives and surroundings, how can we truly know what we love and who we want to be if we only know one place or group of people? I am still learning about myself everyday as a result of this experience. I wouldn't take it back for anything in the world, it was truly the best time of my life.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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I spent two months in London, working at fashion pr company based in central London. An incredible opportunity I would have never got without EiAbroad. Got to meet students from all over world, in a great atmosphere. The EiAbroad staff are all amazing people, really caring about making us spend a wonderful time. And I was among the first interns, so it can only get better ! |
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We were in a great location in East London, right by the Liverpool Street Tube stop. |
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| 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) |
It is expensive |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | shop at grocery stores. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | The city is expensive |
