London gave me cherished lifelong experiences April 30, 2026
By Ariana R (Economics and Political Science, Wellesley College) - abroad from 09/13/2026 to 12/19/2026 with
Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained so much experience from this. I was able to travel more than I ever would've been able to, made friends from so many different background and experienced so many amazing things. Queen Mary was an amazing experience specifically because I felt like I was really integrated in the local culture instead of only being surrounded by American exchange students. I learned so much from my British friends and vice versa and from the various people I met traveling. It was a life changing experience that I recommend everyone to go on!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $70 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Make a budget!! Be realistic and allot money for traveling and outings |
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? | Direct Enrollment |
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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? | I wish I knew more about financial planning, I knew London was expensive but it was honestly really difficult sometimes to keep up and living on meal deals |
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