Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

All Scotland has to offer Past Review

By (Western Kentucky University) - abroad from 06/10/2017 to 07/15/2017 with

University of Stirling: Scotland - International Summer School

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The biggest thing I gained from studying abroad was confidence in myself that I never had. I loved meeting new people and exploring new places and I hope to continue doing that for as long as I live.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 2 weeks - 1 month

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?

* Safety:

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

I met the most incredible people and went through the entire process with ease. I always knew who to direct my questions to and would receive quick and detailed responses.

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? Around $100 a week depending on weekend trips
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Plan ahead and look into several options before making a decision on what you do. Ask the locals or advisors the best things to do so you don't spend too much money on something with better options, price and pleasure wise.

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? Exchange

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?
  • Weekend trips
  • Support system
* What could be improved?
  • classes offered
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Reach out and try new things from the very beginning. Get to know everyone you can right away because you will become closer friends with them than some friendships you make at home.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

To help future students find programs attended by like-minded individuals, please choose the profile that most closely represents you.
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.

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Psychology of Art with a Tartan Twist
Course Department:
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: It was a challenging course but in a good way. I learned a lot that I was able to apply to my own life and future career.
Credit Transfer Issues: No problem getting credit transferred upon returning to my home institution.
Course Name/Rating:

Rethinking the City
Course Department:
Instructor:
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Interesting course but poorly taught and presented.
Credit Transfer Issues: No problem getting the credit transferred upon returning home