Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

An exciting and fulfilling program Past Review

By (Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft., Trinity University) - abroad from 09/08/2014 to 12/12/2014 with

Skidmore College: London - The Shakespeare Programme

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I became a lot more independent and more confident traveling abroad and got to learn so much about a subject that I'm very passionate about. It was absolutely worthwhile.

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:

You need to do your own grocery shopping.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

London is like any other big city; just keep aware of your surroundings and you'll be fine.

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)

London is a very expensive city, but there are deals to be found.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $100-$150

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
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?
  • Classes and teachers
  • Opportunities to see theatre
  • Location
* What could be improved?
  • Grading policies
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Not sure - I think everything was communicated pretty well. I do wish I had known how long it would take me to adjust to the new time zone, though.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You 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!