A great cultural experience filled with friendly people and good food! Past Review
By Rachel L (Human Resources Management and Services., Bentley University) - abroad from 01/14/2013 to 05/17/2013 with
University College Dublin: Dublin - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned about the different customs and attitudes. I also learned that we as Americans need to be less of a clique and venture off on our own. Yes it was worthwhile in the end.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $700 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Keep in mind the exchange rate when you thing you have enough money. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That i dont need rainboots. I wish i had stayed on campus so i could interact with the local students more. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
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Service Learning |
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| Instruction Language: | English |
| Comments: | It was a fun and challenging experience that allowed me to interact with the Irish students in the class while helping out a non-profit organization |
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