My Study Abroad Experience Past Review
By A student (Arizona State University) - abroad from 09/06/2017 to 12/08/2017 with
CEA CAPA Education Abroad: London, England
I learned so much while I was abroad. I learned so much about the culture and different perspectives. It was definitely worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The classes were very engaging and collaborative. In most on my classes I had to work in some type of a group and make a presentation. Some of my classes were also Global Networked with students in Australia. Overall, the classes were challenging and a good amount of work was provided. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The front desk on site was very helpful and friendly. They were willing to help out with any questions that I had. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I did a homestay while I was abroad. I really enjoyed living with my homestay family. They were really welcoming and friendly making my experience that much better. |
| * Food: |
The was amazing! Going to the markets and trying different restaurants around the city was my favorite part. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
People are very friendly and easy going. I managed to make a good amount of local friends that I hung out with regularly. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
I felt very safe in London the whole time I was there. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
If I were to do it all over again I would do an exchange program. Reason being is I would like to take classes with locals and local professors. |
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) |
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| 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? | I recommend saving a good amount of money before the program. The sterling is much stronger than the American Dollar. After the exchange rates and fees the money lost really added up. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I felt pretty prepared going on the program. The only thing I wish I would've done was pack lighter for the trip. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
