Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A worthwhile experience February 19, 2025

By (Art History, Wellesley College) - abroad from 09/08/2024 to 12/14/2024 with

University of Cambridge, Pembroke College: Cambridge - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The program’s emphasis on independent study helped me grow academically and personally, though I realized I would prefer my home institution’s curriculum a bit more. Beyond academics, I also developed greater independence in daily life, which was an experience I am really grateful for. Overall, it was a worthwhile journey and I'm glad that I had this opportunity to study abroad at Pembroke.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 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

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?

Select all that apply

  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Other

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Lots of freedom in allocating time
  • Opportunity to explore the area
* What could be improved?
  • Communication with supervisors
  • Support on navigating the campus community
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? The workload can get slightly overwhelming sometimes.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!