Exchange Scotland really made me see life through a new set of eyes! Past Review
By Shawna M (All Social Science Teaching, University of Northern Iowa) for
University of Edinburgh: Edinburgh - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
I learned how to relax more and go with the flow because in a foreign country so many things can trip you up. It's how you handle it that determines if you have a good outcome. I absolutely love the experience abroad and made a ton of friends that I will most definitely stay in contact with however, I wish some more planning had occurred on my end for the school because my University is picky about transferred classes.
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. |
The workload could be heavy but often wasn't. Unless appointments were made to speak with the professor about what was going on in the discussion, there was little interaction between professor and student at the international university. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
There were many opportunities for international students to seek help or guidance if needed as well as many social activities. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Actually my original housing flooded before I landed in Scotland so I had different housing then expected but it ended up well in the end. |
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Food and quality/ quantity was pretty similar to home. Dining was awesome at some of the local restaurants. Westerton Arms!!! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Adventure to Edinburgh changed my life and I want to have a property there one day. It is absolutely amazing. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
The city seemed relatively safe. There were a few outdoor brawls but the police are not allowed to carry guns so most fights were simply broken up and folks went on about their business. |
| 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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Language
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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