Go to Cambridge!!! Past Review

By (Musical Theater, University of California - Los Angeles) for

Pembroke College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes, I learned so much about the English culture. Also the way that the colleges are run is completely different over there and it helped me decide whether I wanted to apply for grad school abroad.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

There was a lot of work, but it was worth it.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

I loved everyone in the program. All of the Program Assistants were super nice and there was always someone there to help you or answer any questions.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The housing was awesome. I got my own room XD

* Food:

England isn't really known for their food.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

There was always an activity planned. You couldn't possibly be bored.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

They were very concerned with our safety. They freaked out when we went on the roof.

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)

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Plan way in advance and travel EVERY weekend.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

History of Great Britain from 800-1300

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Instruction Language: English
Comments: I learned so much in this class.
Credit Transfer Issues: No
Course Name/Rating:

Shakespeare

Course Department:
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: It was good =)
Credit Transfer Issues: No
Course Name/Rating:

Satire in the 18th century

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Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Awesome, take this class
Credit Transfer Issues: No