Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

University of Stirling Past Review

By (Political Science and Government, Berea College) - abroad from 07/11/2015 to 08/08/2015 with

University of Stirling: Scotland - International Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
European culture is very different from American culture. I would go back in a heartbeat.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Classes were interesting but not alot of work

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Amy and the rest of the ISS staff were and continue to be extremely helpful and considerate. Very friendly and always available.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

small rooms, but did not have a roommate. the suite kitchens were well- furnished.

* Food:

there was not much food provided by the university but what was provided was good.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Everyone was very friendly and loved our accents

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

no experience

* 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)

fairly easy but had to do alot of grocery shopping and eat lots of pasta.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? approx 180
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Take out as much cash in their currency through your bank before you go! I spent probably 300 dollars on conversion and withdrawal fees.

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

  • 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? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • City Excursions
* What could be improved?
  • none
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? pack more sweaters.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.