London:They are still bitter about losing America Past Review
By Charles W (Economics., Rollins College) for
Rollins College: London - London Internship Program
Yes, it was the best experience of my life.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The academic system was good. Some thing were a little different to the American system, but we quickly adjusted. I didn't like how the majority of your grade depends on the final exam as opposed to American schools where you receive many little assignments that make up your grade. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
We had bed bugs and very bad internet. I know this isn't the hosts fault, but they could have tried a little harder to help us out in my opinion. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Everything was great about our apartment except for the bed bugs and terrible internet. |
| * Food: |
England has some pretty terrible food unless you are willing to spend some money at high-end restaurants. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Traveling is really easy in Europe, but make sure you book in advance to save some money! |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
They wouldn't let us onto our balcony for safety reasons. |
| 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? | $175 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Remeber that you must save money for your oyster card. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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? | Just do it. I had the most fun time of my life and learnt more in three months then I have in two years at Rollins. |
