Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

London Past Review

By (Documentary Studies, Ithaca College) for

Ithaca College: London - Ithaca College London Center

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I enjoy traveling so it was a rewarding experience.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Not fairly graded based on the amount of work we were given.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The program was very basic. We attended one class. I wish we had more time for our internships and less class walks.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The location, residence, and rooms were all more than satisfactory.

* Food:

The food was fine.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I liked going to the markets.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

I didn't really have any issues.

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? Over 200 US dollars a week on groceries.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? The exchange rate is extremely expensive.

Language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None

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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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Internship
* What could be improved?
  • Better roommates.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Go during the school year so you have more options when making friends from your school.