Great Experience in Ireland Past Review
By Claire P (PSYCHOLOGY., Western Washington University) for
IFSA: Cork - University College Cork
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and how capable I am of dealing with unfamiliar situations and became much more confident in my independence, as well as learned about a different culture and way of life.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The grading was a little weird because it wasn't continuous, the grades for all of my classes depended on an essay, test, or both. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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| 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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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | The Irish sense of humor is very sarcastic and tongue-in-cheek, if you're laid back and don't take things too seriously you'll be fine. Time is more of a ballpark estimate, so don't be surprised if someone you're meeting shows up late. |
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