Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The best moments of my life! Past Review

By (Theatre Arts, Brigham Young University) - abroad from 04/25/2012 to 06/08/2012 with

Brigham Young University: London - London Theatre Study Abroad

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I literally cannot describe all that I learned from this experience. All I can say is that it indeed was worthwhile, and though expensive, worth every penny. When I reflect on the experience it feels like a dream. A dream that I lived and would do anything to live again.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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? $200.00
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? In particular on the Theatre Study Abroad, you're always on the go, going to shows, class and taking tours. So when it comes to grocery shopping, do as the Brits do and shop minimalistic and get the bare minimum for the week. Don't try to stock the kitchen for months at a time. Your food will go bad before you've even had a chance to eat it. Also, make a list prior to coming of souvenirs that you will buy. This will cut down on impulse buying. However, if you see a steal of a deal and know you will have buyer's remorse, get it. Then replace the impulse buy with something from your list. That way you don't buy too much and don't come home with an overweight bag.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
  • Host Family
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • Other
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 friends I made in the program.
  • The sights, shows and new places I got to see!
  • The education I gained in all aspects of my life.
* What could be improved?
  • Price
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How much it would change me, and how much I would learn from those around me.