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4.24 / 5 based on 55 reviews
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Overall
I wish I had known...
Not really, the thrill of it is nice.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Go! Great experience!
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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
Prepare very well before hand!
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Academic
Course recommendations
Pretty hard courses, but nothing anyone with determination can't handle. Sort of reminds you that you're in HARVARD!
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
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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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
No problem whatsoever. English educated school then English system university(AUB) , I had no problem with my language and communication
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
none
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
I spent more, mostly because I didn't want to miss anything. It is safe to say that I tried almost everything from food to travel and nightlife!
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Food, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Telephone:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Best way to live the whole dorm life experience
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Personal comments
Could be much better for a university of such high caliber but it was good overall. I enjoyed my stay there.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Cambridge or Boston is pretty boring in summer. A few clubs such as Rumor and Underbar are good. Try Uno's in Harvard Square, some good food and fun karaoke.If possible,I recommend going to NYC or Washington DC.
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