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4.84 / 5 based on 13 reviews
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Family<br>
Government assistance
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
The US is generally cheaper. More academic work, less active nightlife.
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Travel, Telephone, Nightlife, Housing, Food, Overall:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Academic
Course recommendations
Courses with Dr Michael Maniates - Poli Sci are particularly rewarding.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Little - if any. Strong student work and social ethic. Sometimes too much emphasis placed upon sheer volume of "homework" in the US.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Excellent experience. Fun, friendly, personal. Ecxellent Student teacher ratio. School somewhat isolated.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Throw yourself into US culture, and you will not be disappointed. I have found it immensely valuable to have experienced living and studying in the US. It is vital to know and understand North America in today's global business environment.
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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
English - Fine
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities, Travel, Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The Sports Garden.
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Housing
Type of housing: A room exchange
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Private Cooking Facilities
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