Explored a new place and learned about myself at the same time. Past Review
By A student (Chemistry, Wellesley College) - abroad from 09/21/2015 to 12/17/2015 with
University of Edinburgh: Edinburgh - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned how to be independent and outgoing. It was very worthwhile.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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Only had one safety issue, was shoved against a brick wall and yelled at by a stranger on the street in front of the Pollock Halls Complex. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I enjoyed my courses, loved the abundance of clubs, and made incredible friends. Edinburgh was also the perfect city in which to study. |
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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Less than $100 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Join clubs that have sponsors and discounts |
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 |
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew how to do things on my own and enjoy them. I didn't learn this skill till later in the semester and could have explored other places if I'd started earlier. |
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