Summer to remember! Past Review
By Sydney Segal (University of Kentucky) - abroad from 05/20/2018 to 06/16/2018 with
Adelante: Edinburgh - Equine Summer Program in Scotland
I learned how to be independent and travel on my own
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I really enjoyed the classes. They were nice because they didn't require a ridiculous amount of time out of the classroom, so some nights we could still enjoy Scotland instead of doing homework all night. It was a perfect balance. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Absolutely amazing staff! |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The dorms were very different than described before arriving. A bit older and smaller than I was used to, but for 4 weeks it is definitely doable. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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| * Safety: |
I always felt safe here in Scotland! |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I really enjoyed my time studying here in Scotland! I have met a lot of great people and have seen amazing things in Scotland and all over Europe. I also like being able to ride almost everyday. There is a great variety of horses and the barn has a wonderful atmosphere. The classes were great because I learned a lot while still having enough free time to see Scotland and adventure. I highly recommend trying to travel anywhere you can while you are here, and before/ after the program! |
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) |
I think this trip is very affordable! Going out to eat is not much money, taxis are reasonable, and the bus/train is very cheap. You could almost always eat in at the cafeteria, so going out to eat is not necessary (but I recommend trying places) |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $100 |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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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? | How the dorms actually were, what type of riding we would be doing, and how the classes would be |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
