The Most Unforgettable Experience of My Life Past Review

By (Texas Lutheran University) - abroad from 08/29/2016 to 12/08/2016 with

University of Evansville: Grantham - Study abroad at Harlaxton College

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained many friends and made many memories while abroad. I also learned a lot about myself and was able to learn and grow as a person.

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.

Harlaxton College provided a rigorous curriculum and professors who were easily accessible and eager to assist.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

The living arrangements were satisfactory.

* Food:

There was a lack of options for those who had certain diets or restrictions.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

The locals were always excited to talk with us and interact with us.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

The nurse was hardly ever available and did little to help.

* Safety:

There were never any safety incidents.

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

Harlaxton College offered a once in a lifetime experience that I would give anything to do again.

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)

If one chooses not to indulge as much on takeaway food, it is easy to live on a student's budget.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $40-50
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Stock up on snacks and drinks from the store.

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?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
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?
  • The people
  • The trips
  • The experience
* What could be improved?
  • Food
  • More laundry facilities
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? How many memories and friends I was going to make.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!