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CAPA International Changed 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:
A student () on August 09, 2011
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2011-01-11 |
| * End Date: | 2011-04-29 |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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| * Housing: |
Wonderful accommodations in a residential area of London. This gave me the feeling of actually being a part of the culture as opposed to a visitor. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Visiting a mosque in London, speaking with the Iman, and dining with the members of the Islamic community was unforgettable. A great learning experience for all invovled. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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I never felt unsafe in London. Ever. I feel more uneasy in my hometown of 6000 people at night than in the city. |
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* Home Institution Advising:
How well did your university 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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Other Program Information
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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 fearless. |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | I now am actively seeking a career that gives me the opportunity to live abroad. I added a language minor to my course of study. I am more independent and bold. |