Study Abroad in Galway, Ireland : The Best Time of My Life Past Review
By John S (HISTORY., Fordham University) for
IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland
Absolutely, between the friends I made and the places I visited, as well as the academic differences which made for a more interesting semesster, it was fantastic. I hope to spend more time in Ireland in the future as a result.
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. |
The transition was simple, it was extremely interesting class material, I loved it. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
They were fantastic, the program was unbelievable. I have nothing to change about it. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The housing authority were a little too strict, as far as other students entering the complex. Other than that it was fine. |
| * Food: |
The food in Ireland is not great but very manageable, cooking for oneself is the best idea. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The trips arranged by the program were unbelievable. I am forever grateful |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
Everything was fine, healthcare was easily accessible, and it was a very safe place. |
| 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) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | about 50-75 Euro on food and probably another 50-75 on other expenses. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Nothing was unanticipated. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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