Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Great Term in Scotland September 15, 2023

By (Anthropology, Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/13/2023 to 05/20/2023 with

University of St. Andrews: St. Andrews - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I gained great friends and learned a lot about myself in a new environment.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Navigating the NHS/ insurance concerns was a bit confusing at first, but the university health services were very helpful and I was able to get enrolled in NHS coverage which was very helpful throughout my term.

* Safety:

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

I had a fantastic time exploring Scotland and made great friendships at St. Andrews. I would absolutely go back.

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)

The program only provided 2 meals a day which made paying for groceries on top of housing/meal plan costs pretty expensive.

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

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Local Students
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • 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?
  • Location
  • Fellow Students
  • Travel Opportunities
* What could be improved?
  • Meal Plan Assistance
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Time abroad is short, take as many opportunities as possible to explore and meet new people.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.