I will forever dream of Oxford's dreaming spires Past Review
By Maria M (Hisotry, Marymount University) for
Oxford Study Abroad Programme (OSAP): Oxford - Study Abroad at Oxford University
It was more than worthwhile, it is one of the best things I have ever done! It was humbling to study with such a brilliant Oxford don, and I learned that although I will most likely never be a Rhodes scholar, if I work very hard with my studies, it will be rewarded! I also learned a great deal about being independent: shopping on my own, budgeting on my own, and traveling on my own. I grew exponentially as a person. I also fell in love with Oxford as a town, and plan on returning as soon as I can.
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 Oxford tutorial is like nothing else I have ever experienced in an educational setting. It was an absolutely fantastic and challenging way to learn! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The OSAP office was very responsive to the needs of the students. Personally, I was without bedding when I arrived and they swiftly provided pillows and blankets within 48 hours. One drawback from our housing situation was that it was in a relatively distant location. I feel that although we may have been the same distance from city center in Jericho, we would have been closer to different pubs and grocery stores. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Seeing a play in Stratford was one of the highlights of my trip. All of the events provided by WISC were very enjoyable and professionally led. |
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I can't recall such issues arising over the course of the trip |
| 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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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | STUDY, STUDY, STUDY! You will probably never have the opportunity again to study with such world-class professors, so get the most out of it that you can! Also, take the time to enjoy the beauty of the English countryside that surrounds Oxford. A student who would benefit the most from this program is one who loves to study and loves a good conversation over a pint. Also, those who are interested in history and/or architecture would greatly benefit from spending time in Oxford. |
