Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

The academics are really rigorous, but it's worth it to be abroad Past Review

By (Mathematics, Statistics, Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/18/2015 to 06/20/2015 with

University of Oxford - Visiting Students

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
How to be academically independent- a skill I'll use my senior year and in future studies Exploring Europe was also a valuable experience. I enjoyed meeting people from all over the world and sharing our stories, and learning to just live for a little bit.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 1 month - 6 months

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Very rigorous, amazing tutors and resources

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Could respond faster and process forms faster (especially sending transcripts to home institution)

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Nice amenities, but would have preferred living in a more integrated space with other Oxford students, as opposed to just study abroad students

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* 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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Learn how to cook

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
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
  • 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?
  • Rigorous academics
  • Good resources
  • Opportunity to travel
* What could be improved?
  • Integration with locals
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Don't spend money on food in the UK - it's overpriced and not that good!

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!