Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Studying abroad at Trinity College was a great opportunity! January 24, 2023

By (Religion, Wellesley College) - abroad from 08/21/2022 to 01/20/2023 with

Trinity College - Dublin: Dublin - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned about various ways of living that were different from my own, met people from all over the world, got the chance to live in a city with new types of food, transportation, and religious practices, and had time to explore other cities and countries as well. The whole experience was definitely worthwhile!

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.

* 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?

It was nearly impossible to schedule an appointment with the health services at Trinity College Dublin.

* Safety:

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)

Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Do your own grocery shopping at inexpensive shops (ex: Lidl, Tesco, etc.)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Direct Enrollment/Exchange

* Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? Direct Enrollment

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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

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  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • Location
  • Semester Start-Up Program
  • Flexibility
* What could be improved?
  • Access to health care
  • Connection to local students/communities
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It will take time to adjust to a new environment, and that is completely okay! Prioritize your mental health and know that almost everyone struggles initially.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.