Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The experience studying at the LSE was very different than anything offered in the United States. Grades are also significantly lower in the UK because points are added from 0 (rather than deducted from 100), making a grade in the 60s a very good grade. It is also expected that no more than 5-10% of students will receive grades in the 70s(equivalent to an A).

On-site administration of your program

The orientation IFSA-Butler gave was very helpful in meeting other people in my program. They also offered many trips and events to attend throughout the year. I was disappointed however in housing administration. Because they act as a "middle-man" between Providence College and LSE, I was not given the option to reject the housing offered to me which was less than optimal.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

First term: University of London housing, Nutford House, Marylebone. Second term: Private Housing, Bloomsbury (Russell Square) <br /><br /> First term: University of London housing, Nutford House, Marylebone. The neighborhood was very nice but the dorm itself was not nice. The food offered was almost un-edible. Rooms are all singles making the vibe unsocial. Nutford House was also an hour walk from LSE's campus. Second term: Because of unhappiness in the dorm I found a privately owned flat close to campus with 2 other American girls in my program. This made the biggest difference in my experience.

Dorm food was very bad in quality and in selection. Food was rationed so only 1 vegetable was available to students (had to choose between a hot vegetable or a salad). Because of this I purchased most of my meals first term from the pre-made microwaveable meals at the grocery store.

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Exploring London itself is a cultural experience. London is home to dozens of markets that are unlike anywhere else in the world.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I never felt unsafe in London nor did I get sick. It was always important to travel with a group when walking late at night.

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

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