Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Adventure and Excitement from Flippers to Finals Past Review

By (Psychology/Human Resource Management, University of Massachusetts Amherst) - abroad from 07/09/2012 to 11/18/2012 with

The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Newcastle - University of Newcastle

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was absolutely worthwhile! I have been exposed to many different cultures and a totally new way of life. The food and natural beauty was incredible. It is difficult to put into words how amazing of a learning experience I had. As a person I am more cultured and have a greater understanding of the way that other cultures operate.

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:

* 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)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • 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?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Living Situation
  • Excursions that they offered
  • Ease in planning a normally daunting process
* What could be improved?
  • Nothing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Newcastle University can seem very large but I wish I had known that the longer that you spend there, the more people that you meet and the smaller the campus actually seems. I also wish I understood how important it is to take every opportunity that comes your way to enhance yourself. I never realized how much this experience would change me for the better.

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.