Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

An incredible adventure that I will always carry with me Past Review

By (Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other, Regent’s University London) - abroad from 01/27/2014 to 06/06/2014 with

Regent’s University London: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was the most amazing experience I ever had. I would do it again, without any doubts. You make international friends for life, you learn so much about other cultures and it helps you develop an international perspective not only for business but also for life. It opens your mind to new things and when it is (sadly) over, you feel you will never be the same again and that you will see the world with different eyes.

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? A lot
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? The best thing you can do in order to save money is suscribe to a student card so you can get discounts on different sites and attractions.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Advanced
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Certificate of Proficiency in English
How many hours per day did you use the language? 10+
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Take some courses before your semester abroad so you can feel comfortable while speaking that language and practice a lot

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Intercultural communication
  • Being on your own in a different country
  • Learning about yourself and what you want
* What could be improved?
  • Eating healthier
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How fast time was going to pass

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.