Tough study abroad in Northern England, but worth being able to travel Europe. Past Review
By Kara W (Health Systems Administration, ) for
University of York: Heslington - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Yes, being in Europe and able to travel was amazing.
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. |
The University of York had a totally different style of academics than in the U.S. and with direct enrollment there was not a lot of support or understanding to help the international students adjust to this. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
There was no one in charge of helping us acclimate |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Food: |
There was no meal plan, so we cooked all our own food. |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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) |
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Language
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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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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* Who did you live with?
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