Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Studying in Europe Changed My Life Past Review

By (PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES., Illinois State University) for

University of Sunderland: Sunderland - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes. I would choose a different country next time to get a different experience. It has made me want to travel even more.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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?

Traveled to seven countries

* 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? No

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? Depending on the week probably about $100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? I spent a lot of money on traveling. It is more expensive than I thought because of the exchange rate.

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

* Where did you live?

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  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? A person that is outgoing would most benefit from this program. Have to be open minded and willing to try new things and meet new people.