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4.56 / 5 based on 6 reviews
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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Housing
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
I like to manage myself. Living out of campus gives me more privacy and responsibility.
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Personal comments
The University just leased new apartments for international programs, but transfers all the responsibilities that deals with the lease to the incoming international students thereafter. Transitional thing. I liked the system. It gives the incoming students responsibilities. They intervened incase of problems to help.
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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Reggae Club( Variety of International music)-You'll meet almost all Foreigners here. Callecos- favorite restaurant- downtown st. Louis, hey don't forget to go up the Arch(Gateway to the West)
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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Overall
I wish I had known...
I wish I knew the weather was cruel- Winter and very high humidity in the summer.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Its a small university but still growing. You will meet alot of people, make new friends and most of all, enjoy your studies.
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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
The school is in the heart of the city. No problem getting there. Enjoy!
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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Academic
Course recommendations
I think they go with the market.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
Tests should be comprehensive.
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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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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I mastered the language well making my adjusting easier.
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Joseph K
Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret, Kenya
Computer Science / IT, Undergraduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Other
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Housing, Food, Travel, Nightlife, Telephone, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Credit cards- Its not free money-Must be paid back. Tip: Plan, budget and avoid IMPULSE buying.
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