University of Stirling Past Review
By A student (Political Science and Government, Berea College) - abroad from 07/11/2015 to 08/08/2015 with
University of Stirling: Scotland - International Summer School
European culture is very different from American culture. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Classes were interesting but not alot of work |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Amy and the rest of the ISS staff were and continue to be extremely helpful and considerate. Very friendly and always available. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
small rooms, but did not have a roommate. the suite kitchens were well- furnished. |
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there was not much food provided by the university but what was provided was good. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Everyone was very friendly and loved our accents |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
no experience |
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| 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) |
fairly easy but had to do alot of grocery shopping and eat lots of pasta. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | approx 180 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Take out as much cash in their currency through your bank before you go! I spent probably 300 dollars on conversion and withdrawal fees. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | pack more sweaters. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
| To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you. |
The NetworkerAn 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. |
