Best decision! December 01, 2022
By A student (Communication, Sacred Heart University) - abroad from 08/27/2022 to 12/10/2022 with
Sacred Heart University: SHU in Dingle
I have gained so much from studying abroad. With this opportunity I was able to explore other countries within Europe. I was able to really be part of a community and learn to be more independent during this semester. I think it was definitely a worthwhile experience.
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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. |
During my time here I was able to take courses that allowed me to learn outside the classroom. Being able to experience what we were learning in a more immersive way really helped me to understand the Irish culture. The professors at this program care about your success and are there to help you. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The administration that is in Dingle are great. If you need anything they are there to help you. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The housing is great! The rooms are a nice size and each room gets their own shower so you only sharing with one other person. The kitchen is perfect for cooking. It definitely is a great place to stay for the semester since it’s not too far from where classes are in town. |
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The whole town is your dining hall. You can’t go wrong with any restaurants and there are plenty of them. From fish stands to Michelin award winning restaurants and everything in between this town gives you a chance to explore the food world. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
It’s hard not to feel like you part of the local culture in Dingle. From our classes that teach you about it to actually getting to go to the different festivals the town has during the fall semester. During the semester I was able to learn to play a traditional Irish tin whistle and learn a few Irish phrases. I was also able to go to the food festival and eat food from all over Ireland. Also part of the program is planned activities like going to Slea Head and Blasket Islands which have very historical roots to Dingle. |
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* Health Care:
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Dingle is probably one of the safest towns! I always felt safe day and night in the town. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
Dingle is like another home to me. If I could do it all over again I would because it was the best semester of my college career so far. |
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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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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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? | Definitely pace yourself when it comes to spending money. Also when you come have some extra space in your suitcase so when you leave you have room for all the things you will buy abroad. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
