Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

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By (PSYCHOLOGY., University of Hartford) - abroad from 08/26/2014 to 12/14/2014 with

Regent’s University London: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned that there really is so much more out there. I am not experienced, culturally, and this was a great start. Imnready to travel the world now!

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

I am a strong writer, however, if you are not... The courses can be very challenging.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The dorms and campus were beautiful.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

In the American College, you are surrounded by Americans. But if you manage to get far out in London, you will feel integrated.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

I saw a free clinic with help from the university.

* Safety:

Just watch out for pick pocketers.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? No

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)

I'm not sure I spent wisely. But I did run out of money fast. I brought $2000, which converts to a smaller amount in pounds. For 4 months, it was decent. But should have brought $3000.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $50-75
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Don't spend all your money on drinks just because you are allowed to drink at 18. Don't buy souvenirs until the end, when you have seen everything.

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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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • 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?
  • School-Run Trips
  • Independence
  • Friends
* What could be improved?
  • Travel Help (Help Planning)
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I knew to bring more money. London is expensive!

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.