England helped me expand my horizons, yet be more thankful to live in the US. Past Review
By Nicole M (Marketing., Illinois State University) for
University of Leicester: Leicester - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Yes, it was worthwhile. I was able to see how the rest of the world functioned and worked. Although it does not affect my future plans or academic interests, it was definitely a great experience.
Personal Information
| If you took classes at multiple universities, list those universities here: | -- |
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The teachers were clearly not as helpful and involved as teachers here, but I think that is just the way the culture is. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
All were very helpful and knowledgeable about the program; everything completed in a timely manner and were extremely kind. No complaints whatsoever. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Had to buy/bring all items, which was expected. Class was about a 45 minutes walk, however buses were provided. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Site-seeing worked out well, teachers and staff made it easy on abroad students to travel on the weekends. We were able to travel to three other countries as well. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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Going to the doctor and obtaining medicine was simple, doctors were very helpful. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
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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? | About 75 pounds. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Save up! The little things add up! |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
Other Program Information
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