Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

was able to learn about people with cultures from all over the world. Past Review

By (Biology, General., The University of Texas at Austin) - abroad from 09/20/2015 to 12/15/2015 with

IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - University College London

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned about different cultures and other countries' histories. Definitely worthwhile!!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The teaching style was focused on more independent study compared to UT. Not as much in class time, more time learning material on your own.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

They were very willing to help when I inquired about questions or concerns, however sometimes it took some time for me to hear their response.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I had very good student accommodation. Good location, amenities, and resources however most of the students were freshmen so I wish there were more students my age.

* Food:

I was responsible for my own food but London had lots of readily available places to eat.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everyone was super friendly!

* 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)

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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  • Local Students
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The diversity of the people at the school
  • the location (central London)
  • The small class sizes
* What could be improved?
  • ways to meet more non-freshmen students
  • more resources for exploring the surrounding areas
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Try to meet people early on to travel with so that you can plan ahead if that is something you are interested in doing!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.