Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Amazing Summer in London Past Review

By (Villanova University) - abroad from 06/10/2019 to 08/09/2019 with

CEA CAPA Education Abroad: London, England

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Through this program, I learned a lot about myself both professionally and personally! I was able to take a global business management course and complete an internship during my summer experience. Having this global mindset and past work experience has really helped in my courses and following internships! Personally, the abroad experience helped me build independence, commuting to work each day and exploring a global city! I mapped out landmarks and tried to fit in as many trips as possible!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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)

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?

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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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • City of London
  • Internsip Experience
  • Program Planned Events
* What could be improved?
  • Apartment Utilities
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew how quickly the summer would fly by! Before I knew it, we were almost done with the program! Make sure to make the most of every day, since you only have a few weeks in this amazing city!

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.