Leicester: Getting lost only helps you find yourself Past Review
By Courtney L (BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES., Illinois State University) for
University of Leicester: Leicester - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
My experience was amazing and I would never trade it for the world. I gained independence, confidence, and a new view of the world. I'm more open to try new things and more relaxed when things don't work out.
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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 grading system is a lot different from ours in the US and the courses are all based on independent study. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The study abroad office in England was very helpful and willing to work with your needs. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I lived in a house with boys on the bottom floor and girls on the top floor. We had a mix of international students and local students which worked out really well whenever we had questions. |
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The quality of food was a bit under par. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We met amazing people and had the time of our lives. Be as outgoing as possible and you will meet great people. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
The city was pretty safe as long as you did not go looking for trouble. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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? | While living in student living I probably spent about 50 pounds a day. While traveling it was definitely more due to accommodation, travel, and food. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | You will probably spend more than you think but as long as what your spending money on something that is worth it then do it. You only study abroad once, or a few times if you can. =] |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Be outgoing. Step outside your comfort zone. Get lost. Be open to new things. Do all of this and you will have an unbelievable experience. |
