Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

A life-changing and rewarding experience Past Review

By (Elementary Education, Texas Lutheran University) - abroad from 08/27/2015 to 12/19/2015 with

University of Evansville: Grantham - Study abroad at Harlaxton College

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained a lot of experience traveling and learned how to be more independent. This experience challenged me more than ever before and I've learned so much about myself because of it. Harlaxton is a great way to meet some amazing people and have the experience of a lifetime!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Classes were challenging, but worthwhile

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

The Dean and student life staff are very helpful.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I lived in the Manor and loved it! I only had one roommate, but some people had 3

* Food:

Not a lot of options

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

You can get stuck in the community of the manor for most of the time, but the local community is just a walk or shuttle ride away.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

There was a nurse on campus

* 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)

Very little expenses if you were not traveling

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $15
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Start saving money as soon as you know you're studying abroad. Try not to eat out at restaurants very much.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • location
  • traveling
  • people
* What could be improved?
  • food
  • laundry cost
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Budgeting ahead of time is essential. You need to pack light and pack clothes you don't care about too much.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.