Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

I wish I had been able to do more. Past Review

By (Brigham Young University) - abroad from 06/19/2012 to 08/01/2012 with

Study Abroad Programs in London

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I felt my perspective of the world was enlarged. It was definitely worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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

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)

* Was housing included in your program cost? Yes
* Was food included in your program cost? No
Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Make food and share perishables.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* 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? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The planned group activities.
  • The lectures that helped tie in everything we experienced.
  • The cooperation and group unity within the program.
* What could be improved?
  • I would like to meet more locals.
  • I would like to have more due dates along the way that helps us avoid procrastination.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Do your homework before going. Take advantage of the things available to do and do your research so you make the most of it.