Amazing and unforgettable #oxbridgeprograms #camprepmoments Past Review

By (University of Cambridge) - abroad from 07/06/2018 to 08/02/2018 with

Oxbridge Academic Programs: Cambridge - The Cambridge Prep Experience

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Knowledge and friends. And yes, it was so worth it even though it is a great expense.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

You learn a lot in such a short period of time

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Amazing services

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The housing and bedding top class. The washrooms were very clean and tidy

* Food:

The food was amazing both in and out of the campus, you always had a great variety of food to select from.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

It was nice to know how the Cambridge citizens felt about the town.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Some friends got injured. They were attended in the first 15 minutes and were back on their feet after a few days thanks to high quality services

* Safety:

Very safe town. But you have to be careful with the bicycles

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)

It was roughly 15-20£ a day plus any souvenirs you wanted

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 80£
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Check different stores to find the cheapest souvenir

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?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Peers
  • Free time
  • Activities
* What could be improved?
  • Bedding
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* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? That we’d have so much fun

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.