An evolving adventure of intuition and laughter. Past Review
By Alex F (Trinity University) - abroad from 05/27/2015 to 07/11/2015 with
Lingnan University: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
More than worthwhile.
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Friendly, incredible people who are prompt at responding to questions even before you get there. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Very pleasant and clean. |
| * Food: |
On campus not amazing but there are many good options near by. Beyond that there is the entirety of the food scene in Hong Kong and it is AMAZING. Branch out do some research and explore the food, you will not be disappointed. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
They pair you with a local buddy who can be a really incredible asset. Don't be afraid to reach out to them early. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Really impressed with HK. |
| 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) |
Hong Kong has many options at different prices so you can choose your own adventure. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Buy groceries and ask for student discounts. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
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? | That my raincoat was actually a wind breaker (bring a raincoat or umbrella) |
