Fulfillment of a Dream: England Past Review
By Kevin P (HISTORY., Illinois State University) for
University of Leicester: Leicester - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It's certainly changed my outlook on the world and broadened my mind.
Personal Information
| 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. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
Mostly good, at times confusing. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The local students in my hall were obnoxious and messy. I got along well with the other international students, however. |
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Just not very good. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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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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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I'm quite frugal so I am not the best person to ask. |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
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
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Go into this with an open mind and appreciate everything you have here. |
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