Living in London Past Review
By Mayra A (Marketing And Management, Trinity University) for
Syracuse University: London - Syracuse University in London
Going abroad changes your life. You are able to learn a lot about yourself and it makes you appreciate your friendships at home a lot more. You get to travel to a lot of cool places and meet people from all over the world.
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. |
There was a good amount of work, but not overwhelming amounts |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Everyone was super friendly and incredibly helpful |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
It was very convenient to have pre-arranged housing. The flat was located near the place we had class at. |
| * Food: |
We had a kitchen so everyone cooked their own meal. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The program arranges Field trips every Friday to different parts around the UK, its worth going on them since they are free! |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
The program was very helpful in getting me a Doctors appointment. |
| 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? | $200 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | The pound is almost twice as much as the dollar, so everything is very expensive. Dont buy anything online before checking your bank because they may charge fees. |
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
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