Pembroke/King's College: The family I never dreamed of. Past Review
By Christina H (Political Science and Government., University of California - Riverside) for
University of Cambridge, Pembroke College: Cambridge - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I want to study abroad even more.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The program was strong in providing us with small classes and individual attention. The administrators and teachers were available to us and the overall experience was amazing. Competing academically with the diverse group of people was challenging and rewarding. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
The food was bland but I think it's only because its different from the American taste. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Formal Dinners. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Just scary at night so don't walk around by yourself. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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Finances
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* 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? | 40 pounds |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Look for cheap flights if you plan to travel on sites that compare rates. The food here can be pretty pricey. Also, find out the name of sister banks before arrival. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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* 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? | It builds so much character. This particular program allows you to interact with a person from almost every state. It allows you to really be challenged academically. |
