Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Life changing Past Review

By (Texas Lutheran University) - abroad from 01/04/2017 to 04/30/2017 with

University of Evansville: Grantham - Study abroad at Harlaxton College

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
My semester at Harlaxton is something I will treasure forever. Time went by so quickly; fleeting, like a shooting star, but also profound and beautiful. I gained a stronger sense of identity and independence. Being uplifted out of the familiarity of home and put into a foreign culture where I knew absolutely no one was an edifying experience. When everything from my life in Texas was no longer there, I was left with a genuine opportunity for growth. Traveling the world, encountering different cultures, and living in a Victorian Manor wasn’t even the best part about studying in England. The lessons I learned and the memories I made while here are things I will take back to Texas. The scent of daffodils on the breeze, the early morning fog, the posh accents, and the wonderful friends I made are things I will never forget. I am so thankful to God for this life changing opportunity.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

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

It was a once in a lifetime experience that I would gladly do all over again. I learned so much about English culture and myself. I loved every moment.

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)

If I wanted to travel, it was more expensive. But, just staying at the manor was very affordable

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $50
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save as much money as possible!

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?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Harlaxton itself
  • the classes
  • the people
* What could be improved?
  • departure organization
  • the food
  • definitely the food
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I was more accustomed to travelling via subway before my trip. It would have made things easier.

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!