Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Life-Changing, Invigorating, Rejuvenating Past Review

By (Communication Studies w/ English Concentration, Furman University) - abroad from 01/04/2015 to 05/10/2015 with

Study Abroad Programs in Scotland

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained more independence, more clarity on myself, the world, and my place in the world. I wish I could go back to Scotland and just stay there! Absolutely one of the best decisions I have ever made.

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? $30
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Cook MUCH more than you eat out -- the conversion can be tricky and confusing sometimes, so you may spend more money than you intended to!

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hotel
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* 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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • My Internship
  • The Culture of Edinburgh and Scotland in general
  • Experiencing a different Unviersity
* What could be improved?
  • n/a
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How absolutely phenomenal it would be! Had I known how wonderful it was going to be I would have been less nervous/anxious before the start/at the beginning.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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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.