Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Study abroad in the greatest city in the world. Past Review

By (Sociology and Peace & Social Justice, Berea College) - abroad from 01/07/2014 to 05/08/2014 with

Study Abroad Programs in England

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained independence and a broader knowledge of transportation methods in a large city. It was very much worthwhile.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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? 100 pounds
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Making a budget and writing down everything you spend is essential.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Seeing the sights
  • Traveling around the country and continent
  • Meeting a diverse range of people
* What could be improved?
  • Earlier communication about the checking out process
  • Helping us to meet local students
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Do not take all of your trips with the same people. You don't know someone until you travel with them and you don't want to be stuck with people you don't like when you're going on the greatest adventures of your life.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.