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London: Time of my Life Past Review

By (Psychology, DYouville College) for

CEA CAPA Education Abroad: London, England

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It allowed me to be on my own and really rely on myself. ALso, it broadened my horizons farther than just being with Americans. Living in everyday life in London was so cool and would recommend it to anyone.

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?

I really enjoyed our neighborhood. We lived in a busy area that alwyas had a lot oging on, so it was always fun, and it was safe.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Trips to Scotland and Amsterdam were extremely fun, definitely check those out.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Cops were always out, and even we heard a lot about pit pocketers and such, I felt fairly safe in my neighborhood.

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)

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
  • Hostel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Try everything because 3 months WILL FLY BY. Even when it doesn't feel like it, your only there for 102 days, so soak up every minute you have out of the U.S. Also, definitely travel as much as you can. I know money may be tight, but travel to anywhere you can. Seeing different cultures and interacting with them is extremely cool.