147 reviews
4.35 / 5 based on 147 reviews

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Manuela G
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
I've had a great time there and was lucky with my roommates
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Personal comments
Try to get into the International House, this is by far the best way to live at the U of A!
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rradium
Overall
I wish I had known...
that "washrooms" are toilets in canada, not a laundry
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
you ll love it if you dont mind the cold
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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
you gotta go skiing
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Michael J
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
because it would be cheaper
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Personal comments
i lived in hub mall which was very close to my classrooms. it was expensive but worth for those 4 months i lived in it.
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Ludwig S
Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
White Avenue is the perfect place to go. great number of different bars and so on. events not to be missed: Final Rodeo, Fringe Festival, NHL
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Christian M
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Personal comments
International House is a great community of international and canadian students! Living there is a unique experience and a lot of fun!
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Peter L
Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
The Edmonton Oilers, the local NHL team is a real experience. I was a big soccer fan, not anymore - hockey is my thing now!
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