It was challenging, fun, unforgettable, and I wish I could go back! Past Review
By A student (ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS., St. Mary's College of Maryland) - abroad from 01/03/2013 to 04/13/2013 with
Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies - Oxford
The experience was extremely worthwhile. I gained an appreciation for a new culture, for a different education system, and for the material I was studying. I also learned some independence and through the experience gained more confidence.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
This program was challenging but fun and exciting. There were resources available and people willing to help. All of the courses I took were interesting, enjoyable, and they each challenged me in a positive way. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The people in charge of the program were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and generally wonderful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The housing was great! It's one of the nicer dorm-type situations most college students will experience, the Junior Common Room was wonderful along with the full kitchen. |
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There was a full kitchen and plenty of space to make your own food. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Academically I felt that I was immersed in the Oxford style of learning. I did not have a chance to meet that many other Oxford University students outside of CMRS because I was often busy, however I had time to meet many great people and I had time to travel. I got to know the town and the way of life in Oxford really well. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
I did not need healthcare while abroad however I know that I had international insurance and that there was a doctor available with whom anyone could make an appointment. |
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Oxford is really a very safe place. Any time you're in any new city you have to use your common sense and be safe, however I never felt uncomfortable in Oxford. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Make yourself a budget and use common sense. Tescos is a cheaper grocery store with good variety. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | There's too much that I've learned to answer this question. The short version is: you have to live to find out. If you knew everything before doing something, then it wouldn't be worth doing. It's ok to explore, even if you're afraid. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
