Limerick: A Small, Perfect Irish Experience Past Review
By Sarah E (Business Administration, Gordon College) for
ISA Study Abroad in Limerick, Ireland
This experience changed my life and perspective of living abroad.
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 workload was very different than American Universities in the way that it is entirely lecture and exam based, no outside assignments need to be completed. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The program was very helpful in preparing me for my semester abroad. Because of the small size of the program, I was able to have personal connection to the advisor and the program. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
I made my own food in the apartment, and though Ireland is not necessarily known for their food, there were many places to eat in Limerick. The best being Chinese and Indian cuisine, but pubs also do serve good food. I would recommend Dolan's and O'Connells. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
The Christmas Markets are the best part of the winter in most any European city, especially in Ireland. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I never felt unsafe in where I was in the town or on campus. |
| 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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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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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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