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4.44 / 5 based on 20 reviews
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Overall
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Situation with housing facilities.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Very good for those looking for some challenge on the academic/career level and fun in social and cultural life.
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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
Pretty small and cohesive school in multycultural setting of Boston. Great place to advance you abilities and knowledge.
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Academic
Course recommendations
Strong math knowledge is needed for some courses on the graduate level. The difference between undergraduate and graduate courses is very substantial.
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
No suggestions. Very strong faculty.
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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?
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
Depends more on your out-of-school environment. Rather large and international community but lots of opportunities to speak the local language.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Government assistance
Other sources of funding:
none
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Absolutely different price and income levels. Relative expenditures on the mentioned items were much lower in the host country.
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Travel, Food, Telephone, Housing, Overall, Nightlife:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Housing
Type of housing: A room exchange
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: A room exchange
Why?
Higher exposure to intercultural communication, comparatively quiet and favorable environment for work as well as numerous opportunities to have fun.
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Personal comments
Very limited housing facilities mainly for undergrads. Good off-campus housing center. Help a lot.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel, Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Lots of clubs, cafes and other entertainment. The school is located in downtown Boston and there more than enough places to go. No favorites.
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