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4.46 / 5 based on 63 reviews

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Academic
Course recommendations
You will have a supervisor whowillassist you in getting the courses you want, do not justsettle for second best if you want to do it go and speak to the teacher and tell them you are an international student.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
see something you like then do it. Get involved with sports clubs or extra-curricular activities
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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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Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional

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Overall
I wish I had known...
None, you have to face it when you get there. Do not bring to many clothes though.
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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
It is great arts and writing college be sure to take a course in one of these areas.
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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
Travel as much as you canthis is a once in a lifetime chance.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Other
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
much cheaper in america.
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Travel:
was more expensive than at home.
Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Overall:
was less expensive than 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?
Mayflower Hall had amazing facilities, a 24hour computer centre right outside your door and a picnic, bbq and skate park right on the river across the road.
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Personal comments
Although the bed was a little small the general feel of the place and amenities was great, sharing with another personwas exciting and we got on great.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Student life dominates the city
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Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Iowa City is a laid back liberal town. If you get there in time for the outdoor jazz festivaland cinema nights do not miss them. The bar street,or streets! was a welcoming atmosphere for allstudents. There are lots of coffee houses to go during the day and the food is second to none in price and quality.
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