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Best Experience of My Life!
CAPA International Education: London Study or Intern Abroad
Program Information
Experience one of the world’s great cities—a bustling metropolis where history and culture surround you. Students will analyze and explore London through coursework, internships, service learning, and cultural activities. These integrated elements give participants an opportunity to understand and experience ... More
| Provider: | CAPA International Education |
| Location(s): | London, The United Kingdom |
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| Website | Take me there! |
Review By:
Gen W. (Business Economics, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities) on February 15, 2011
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2010-09-01 |
| * End Date: | 2010-12-11 |
| 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. |
The teachers were really understanding to the whole experience. There was a good amount of work to do but not to the point that it took away from being abroad and making the most of your weekends and week nights. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Everyone at CAPA was always available and very friendly. |
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Great neighborhood. |
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The grocery stores were in great location of school and home. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
London is a great city to be abroad in. Always something to do and see. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I always felt extremely safe. |
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* Home Institution Advising:
How well did University of Minnesota - Twin Cities prepare and support you for your time abroad? |
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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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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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A Look Back
| * If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same program? | Yes |
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Be open minded and ready to meet new people! |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | Yes, definitely. I have taken so many great memories and friends with me. |