most pivotal experience of my college career Past Review

By (Journalism., New York University) - abroad from 06/24/2006 to 08/06/2006 with

New York University: Dublin - NYU Summer in Dublin

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a deeper appreciation for Ireland and its culture and this experience inspired me to gain my Master's Degree in Irish Studies. I also met the most amazing people who continue to be my closest friends today.

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* 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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* 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?
  • The immersion into Irish culture
  • Travel within the country
  • Close-knit relationships within the program
* What could be improved?
  • Course load could be a bit more challenging
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew that the West Coast of Ireland is very beautiful and that I should have spent more time there.