Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Absolutely worth it Past Review

By (Canisius College) - abroad from 06/21/2017 to 07/18/2017 with

USAC Ireland: Galway - Irish Literature, History, and Music

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It is very easy to get lost, even in an english speaking country, but definitely worth it.

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 had interesting content and applicable assignments

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Corrib Village was really great, only problem was with wifi, which could be a little iffy.

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

The campus pharmacy was useful. Did not seek actual medical care.

* Safety:

Never once felt like I was at risk.

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

Ireland was amazing. The people are friendly and the city of Galway was perfect for walking around and seeing everything. The course work was enough to feel as if you've learned something, but also allowed you time to really enjoy your trip.

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 cost of food added up.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? ~250 euros
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Watch the exchange rate; if possible, wait to withdraw money from an ATM until the exchange rate levels out some. Get more bang for your buck.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • the Creative writing class
  • the location- Galway is amazing
* What could be improved?
  • Communication between Corrib Village and people arriving.
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I should have under packed.

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!