Guaranteed personal growth from a semester+ abroad Past Review
By Yushan D (Math, Wellesley College) for
University College London (UCL): London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Absolutely. I learned more about myself and what I'm capable of. I'm more confident in so many ways. I achieved a lot of personal growth and I couldn't have asked for more.
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. |
good experience for personal growth |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
international staff, central location, well-equipped academic buildings and libraries - strength could improve in administrative efficiency - weakness |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
water temperature in the showers were unsatisfactory especially given how cold it was in London |
* Food: |
foods are very expensive in London |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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) |
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Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 225 |
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | public transportation is pricy in London |
Language
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Have fun but don't forget to study throughout the semester. It is not wise leaving things till the last moment. Say no to procrastination. |