Studying Abroad in Alnwick, England was the best thing I will ever do, experience of a lifetime. Past Review
By Alnwick E (Undecided, St. Cloud State University) for
St. Cloud State University: Alnwick - St. Cloud in England
I made friends that I never thought I would have. It gave me happiness and a purpose to my life. I now love traveling and learning about other parts of the world. I got to interact with people from another country and it was incredible.
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. |
There was a pretty big work load, but it was manageable. I feel like I learned a lot while abroad, not only in the courses, but outside of the classroom as well. I loved being able to learn from the British professors and see their type of teaching methods as well. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My expectations were met completely. I loved the program and getting to learn from British professors. The program size of 24 was perfect and it was a good mix of sex as well. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Lived in a castle and it was amazing. Close to class, because we had to just walk upstairs, close to everyone else in the program so we were able to become really great friends. They provided everything except sheets. We did have host families, but just for visit whenever you wanted. |
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They had great food. Good variety and also American style foods that were great. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Field trips around the country were amazing and I was able to learn so much while traveling. |
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* Health Care:
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| * Safety: |
We had safety classes as soon as we got there and learned a lot. |
| 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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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | DO IT! It is amazing and you will not regret it. It gives you a chance to see the world while learning so much and I made lifelong friends. |
