Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Amazing Past Review

By (Political Science and Government, Davis & Elkins College) - abroad from 01/22/2015 to 05/22/2015 with

CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Dublin, Ireland

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned so much about irish culture and loved it.

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.

The program was amazing. The college was amazing and people were very friendly

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The dorm had everything you needed, but the bathrooms were a little tiny

* Food:

Beyond amazing and a huge selection.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everyone in dublin was so amazing. Very friendly and the city is so international you get a multicultural experience.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I could walk nearly anywhere, anytime of the night and felt totally safe.

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)

Dublin is moderately expensive, but it was worth it.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? a good bit
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save up a ton of money, especially if you like to travel

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?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 10+

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Location
  • Food
  • People
* What could be improved?
  • n/a
  • n/a
  • n/a
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish i budgeted a little better.

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.