Living in London Past Review

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Syracuse University: London - Syracuse University in London

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Going abroad changes your life. You are able to learn a lot about yourself and it makes you appreciate your friendships at home a lot more. You get to travel to a lot of cool places and meet people from all over the world.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

There was a good amount of work, but not overwhelming amounts

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Everyone was super friendly and incredibly helpful

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

It was very convenient to have pre-arranged housing. The flat was located near the place we had class at.

* Food:

We had a kitchen so everyone cooked their own meal.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

The program arranges Field trips every Friday to different parts around the UK, its worth going on them since they are free!

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

The program was very helpful in getting me a Doctors appointment.

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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $200
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? The pound is almost twice as much as the dollar, so everything is very expensive. Dont buy anything online before checking your bank because they may charge fees.

Language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • People and Staff
  • Internship
  • Living in London
* What could be improved?
  • Information provided to you before you leave if you dont attend syracuse
  • Getting transcripts faster