I am happy I made the decision to study abroad

My name is Debbie and I currently do my Masters degree at the University of York, studying Conflict, Governance and Development. 

Across the Pond was of great help through my entire process; first, by helping me choose a University suited to my interests; then, by being able to apply to the different universities through their website, making it easier and faster; finally, by supporting me through the process of getting ready to arrive to the UK, with topics such as visa documents, finding accommodation, etc. They also helped me apply for a CONAHCYT scholarship, which I got. I am very grateful to Across the Pond for making it easier for me, since the process in itself is quite long and complicated, but with their company I didn’t struggle as much. 

Regarding my experience in the UK, it has been quite good. I had been here a few times before and I have experience studying and working in English, so I did not have any problems with that. However, it is quite difficult to get used to a different routine, different habits, lack of sun, lots of rain. It is important to find a good support system in the new place that you find yourself in; it is especially useful to find international friends, since they are the ones who understand what you’re going through. I have friends from Malaysia, Korea, Colombia, Norway, Hong Kong, among many other countries. We like to go out to pubs, to travel to small cities near York and to play board games. 

Finally, I am very satisfied with my decision to study at the University of York. It is a very good school with a good level of education, and they are extremely accommodating to international students, organizing several trips for us and being open to any questions we have about any sort of topic. There are very good and cheap options for accommodations on campus as well, and I live on a private student accommodation outside campus, which is also a good option if you do not find space on the ones on campus. York is a very small city and nothing is really that far from the school, so there is no problem about that.

Overall, my experience in the United Kingdom, in the University of York and with Across the Pond have been very fulfilling and I am happy I made the decision to study abroad. If you are interested in studying in the United Kingdom, definitely contact Across the Pond and consider doing so in the University of York.

Cheers!

- Debbie