Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Very fun! Definitely a cool and worthwhile experience. September 17, 2025

By (International and Global Studies, Brandeis University) - abroad from 06/03/2025 to 09/01/2025 with

Boston University: Dublin - Internship Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a sense of independence because I was in charge of my food, getting to work on time, my grades, etc. It was a really good experience, and, even though it was difficult at times, I would recommend it to anyone.

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:

* 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? Yes

I thought it was a great program! I loved the internship aspect, and loved the location.

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)

I personally didn't have a huge budget, so I had to budget pretty closely.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 100-200 dollars
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Cook ofr yourselfe, go to cheaper grocery stores, travel within the country more often than internationally.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

My program was in English.

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Fluent
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Heritage Russian
How many hours per day did you use the language? 10+

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

  • Americans
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 internship
* What could be improved?
  • Maybe a group trip or two could be added, like an overnight stay.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? That making friends is pretty easy on programs like these because everyone wants connections.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!