@elliek Decades ago I headed to England for grad school, and many people advised me to get over there early — before the academic year began — because it was the last year that foreign students would be covered by the NHS. I did go early. Experienced the best — free healthcare for a grad student was a terrific benefit! Got my John Lennon wire rim glasses, etc. Also experienced the worst — queuing by malingerers (OAPs, et al.) who needed other social support — not offered. Eye opening!