Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Wonderful experience with DIS Copenhagen July 01, 2026

By (Cognitive Science and Computer Science, Wellesley College) - abroad from 01/17/2025 to 05/13/2026 with

DIS Copenhagen: Semester

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was fullfilling to experience a completely different culture from your own and still manage to make valuable connections.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

The program has the right amount of rigor without compromising students' ability to explore the country.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Living in a Kollegium gave me a decent exposure to the local culture.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

Copenhagen is a very safe city.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

You will definitely need to budget because Copenhagen is an expensive city.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • Americans
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Professors
  • Travelling
  • Local students
* What could be improved?
  • n/a
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? It is really up to you to make the most out and choose what you want to get out of the experience.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!