Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

FIE does a wonderful job Past Review

By (College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University) - abroad from 01/08/2018 to 04/20/2018 with

FIE (Foundation for International Education): London - Study and Intern Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I have gained a significant appreciation for the history and culture of Ireland, and I think I will always feel connected to the country moving forward. I know feel much more confident in living and traveling independently.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Irish Life & Cultures was my favorite class!

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

FIE is helpful and always available in person or via email.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Binary Hub was nearly brand new when we stayed. Clean and up-to-date.

* 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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $50-$75

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Seeing all of Ireland
  • Traveling throughout Europe
  • Interning in Dublin
* What could be improved?
  • Registration for classes
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? That most restaurants/bars do not split checks in Europe

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.