Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great enriching experience abroad! May 11, 2023

By (Art History and Economics, Wellesley College) - abroad from 10/03/2022 to 06/03/2023 with

St Peter's College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained so much in terms of living alone, and taking a big step by myself. I grew so much in terms of independence and taking risks. I definitely think it was worthwhile - if I could go back, I'd do the same thing again!

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.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

I felt extremely welcomed at St. Peter's College, and the people were so friendly - I feel like it definitely lives up to its reputation as one of the friendliest colleges at Oxford.

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)

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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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • 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?
  • People
  • Tutorial system
  • Ability to travel
* What could be improved?
  • Integration with local students
  • Expenses/budgeting
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I had planned better to travel more throughout my time abroad

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.