Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Semester in London Past Review

By (Business Administration, Fordham University) - abroad from 01/14/2013 to 04/27/2013 with

Boston University: London - London Internship Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
A whole new perspective on the world. It was incredible to experience first-hand cultural differences and the unique characteristics that make up each country. The sense of globalism was present in every direction and it was wonderful to live in such a multicultural city. The opportunity to travel was unforgettable and it was a semester of discovery and personal growth.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $150
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Cook for yourself! Try and budget nights of going out. Buy things ahead of time and online for max savings.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Living in London
  • Traveling throughout the continent
  • Meeting new people
* What could be improved?
  • More integration with local students
  • More time to travel
  • Less divisive living conditions
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How quickly time passes and how precious each day off really is.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The 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.