A great experience in a city and country that has more than meets the eye. Past Review
By A student (University of Maine - Orono) - abroad from 09/06/2017 to 12/22/2017 with
University College Cork: Cork - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I got to take classes in subjects that I had no prior experience in. I also became a lot more confident in traveling internationally by myself. Overall it was 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. |
The normal class periods will not overly rigorous, but the exams proved to be. It could be difficult to get into direct contact with a professor outside of class time. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Instructions provided were straightforward and easy to follow. Always there to help, though responses could be delayed. |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Very basic accomodations there were located quite far from the campus. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I got to meet some fantastic locals who I really bonded with. |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Had no direct experiences. |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
Loved the city and the culture. Had a wonderful time and met many great people there. |
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) |
Cork turned out to be a more expensive city than anticipated. |
Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | About $120 |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I don't believe I could have lived much less expensively. |
Language
* Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Direct Enrollment/Exchange
* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Direct Enrollment |
Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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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? |
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* What could be improved? |
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I would have spent more time exploring the city itself right at the beginning. I found some fantastic spots at the end of my time that I wish I could have experienced more. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |