The Greatest Time of my Life Past Review
By A student (HISTORY., Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/05/2012 to 06/09/2012 with
Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was incredibly worthwhile--my perspective on life and education are completely different. As a history major, it was incredible visiting all the places in London that I had studied for years. My professors were all very knowledgeable and experts in their fields, and transferred their passion to me on their subject. I had the freedom to live a completely different life that I do at Wellesley, and explore interests that normally aren't available on my small campus.I enjoyed learning for learning's sake not just for a grade or a resume. I loved exploring British culture and living like a 'real' Londoner. I cannot express properly how much I loved my time abroad.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Best part were my flatmates!! I really lucked out. Also loved the flat living experience as opposed to dorms. |
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The food provided on campus was TERRIBLE. Hence why I cooked for myself. |
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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) |
LONDON IS SO EXPENSIVE!!!! WHY???? |
| * Was housing included in your program cost? | No |
| * Was food included in your program cost? | No |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $100-150 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Cook for yourself, look up coupons and discounts online for fun events, and carefully plan out your budget!! |
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 |
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | The true cost of living in Europe! |
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