DIS Copenhagen: Semester
- Location(s): Copenhagen, Denmark
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research
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Study Abroad at DIS Copenhagen Ignite your love of learning, further your academic achievements, develop intercultural understanding, and acquire life skills essential for engaged citizenship. Discover Europe and meet the unexpected. ACADEMIC PROG... read more
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Life-long memories, maturity and flexibility with navigating a new city/country and culture. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It gave me a new appreciation for other cultures as well as my own home. It also made me feel a lot more confident in my abilities to live on my own and make new friends. It was absolutely worthwhile! Logan M - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was 100% worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence and confidence. Cayla G - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I had an amazing time exploring Danish culture, traveling to other European cities, meeting new people, and building on my studies through my classes. It was definitely a worthwhile experience that I would recommend to everyone! A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I've learned how to deal with difficult people. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained so much international exposure and friends/connections around the country and world. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much while abroad, it truly changed my life. It altered my perspective of medicine and healthcare, passions, and overall outlook on the world. My time spent abroad is the most valuable thing I have. Amanda C - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Learned how to live more independently, have a better work life balance, and explore new places. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and how I adjust to new places. It helped me have a broader perspective on a lot of things. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Learned how to be independent and deal with the frustration of living in a new place. Overall really love my time there. Maya K - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I made new friends with other people in my program, and got a comparative view of my relevant fields between America and Denmark. Zoe O - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was extremely worthwhile. I learned so much from Danish culture and way of life that I want to integrate in my own life. I also learned how much I love Copenhagen and hope to go back soon. It is such a special city with such special people, and I will definitely be back. Avigail D - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile, it was an amazing experience. Getting to live in an apartment, close to a city, travel with other students was amazing. I also really enjoyed learning about health systems in other countries. Malini B - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I got experience living independently, A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot both in terms of academics, mostly from my core course, but I also learned a lot about myself and what it's like to live in another country on your own. Clara K - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to navigate international culture and travel, and grew my understanding of Danish design. It was very worthwhile! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Because of its size, I had a lot of freedom to do what I wanted. No one was checking in on me. No one was making sure I ate, nor telling me I couldn't go to a different country on a Tuesday. If you take advantage of that, you can learn a lot about yourself and put yourself in new positions. It was definitely worthwhile. Mara S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I got to meet a lot of different people from so many backgrounds. Additionally, with DIS I got to opportunity to travel to Germany with my class, and this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I feel like I also got a lot of experiential learning from this program. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Just living in a new place you learn and experience so many new things. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I mostly chose DIS because I could take an Urban Design Studio which my college does not offer. Because the program is all American college students it was super easy to make friends and travel together. DIS is a very well run program and they provide you with all the basics you need to live so you are quite well taken care of. ... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes I met new people and learned a new culture A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learnt a lot about Denmark in the process and immersed myself into their culture. Princess O - Wellesley College View Entire Review
This study abroad program was extremely worthwhile. Academically, I took courses that I would never see offered in the US. I got a lot of hands on experience and tours of the subjects I learned. I also took Danish, and learn a lot about Danish culture, and we also got to interact with Danish high school students so I was really ... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained a lot of values and genuine friends and learnt about an amazing culture. It was extremely worthwhile. Rachel K - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to be confident in myself, how to adjust to living in a new place, how to balance everything Sophia S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
About
Study Abroad at DIS Copenhagen
Ignite your love of learning, further your academic achievements, develop intercultural understanding, and acquire life skills essential for engaged citizenship. Discover Europe and meet the unexpected.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Architecture & Design
Art & Visual Culture
Biomedicine
Business
Child Development & Diversity
Communication
Computer Science
Economics
Environmental Science of the Arctic
European Politics
Finance
Furniture Design
Graphic Design
Holocaust & Genocide
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Justice & Human Rights
Literature
Medical Practice & Policy
Neuroscience
Politics & Security
Prostitution & the Sex Trade
Psychology
Public Health
Sociology
Sustainability
Terrorism & Security
Urban Studies
Create Your Own Semester
Choose a core course from 27 academic programs and select from over 240 upper-level elective courses. Your freedom of choice extends to your housing, where you apply for living arrangements that best fit you.
Engage in High Impact Courses
Learn how concepts and issues are perceived, lived, and theorized in Europe, and reflect on the cultural norms and values that shape you.
Build Your Knowledge in New Settings
Turn Copenhagen into your classroom on local Field Studies. Hone your skills in research or labs, studio, practicum, or workshops.
Explore Europe on Study Tour
Travel with your class and faculty on two course-integrated Study Tours in Europe.
Follow Your Curiosity with Exploration Electives
Engage in hands-on and interactive Exploration Electives, which include additional international travel at no extra cost.
Get to Know the Locals
Live in a Homestay, join a local club or organization, sign up for a Danish Language and Culture course, attend evening seminars, and more.
Join an Inclusive Student Community
Explore, discuss, debate, and reflect in a welcoming and supportive learning environment.
Seek Support When You Need It
Our Academic Support and Care Teams are on site to support your personal and academic well-being.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadResearch
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Architecture and Related Services
- European Studies
- Scandinavian Studies
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Danish Language and Literature
- Housing and Human Environments
- Human Development, Family Studies
- Literature
- Biology and Biomedical Sciences
- Sustainability Studies
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
- Urban Studies
- Design and Applied Arts
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business
- International Business
- History
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
3.0Year Founded:
1959Website
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DIS - Study Abroad Scholarships
This merit-based award honors a beloved former DIS faculty member, Jacob Buksti, who passed away in 2016. Jacob built a strong legacy in modern Danish politics and made a deep impact on the hundreds of DIS students he taught from 2003 to 2016. Jacob served the Danish Social Democratic Party as a parliamentarian, party spokesperson, and Minister of Transportation during an impressive political career, and he was deeply devoted to sharing his work and passion with U.S. students at DIS. He loved being a politician and, even more than the theories and policy study that fueled his coursework, was passionate about the living, breathing game of European domestic and international politics. We offer this scholarship of up to $10,000 each semester to a deserving DIS Copenhagen or DIS Stockholm student who exhibits: A major in political science, international relations, government, public policy, economics, or a related field Passion about pursuing a career in politics An understanding of the work it takes to be actively engaged to advance yourself and your mission, interest in European/EU politics, and awareness that effective politics has many avenues A high GPA, strong personal essay, and recommendation from a professor or academic advisor Note: summer awards are not offered for this scholarship at this time.
$10,000
DIS offers several scholarship opportunities. The combined maximum scholarship for any individual student is $5,000 per semester (unless granted the Jacob Buksti Memorial Scholarship or the Anders Uhrskov Leadership Scholarship). DIS Scholarship Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need (funding up to $5,000 per semester; $250-500 for summer sessions 1, 2, or 3; or up to $1,000 for summer session 4) Diversity Scholarship Awarded to support students from populations that are underrepresented in study abroad including those from diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, sexual orientation, and educational backgrounds including first-generation college students (funding up to $5,000 per semester and up to $250 to $1,000 per summer depending on course/program selection)
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Anders Uhrskov was the Director of DIS for 27 years and was dedicated to developing global leaders of tomorrow through education abroad. The Anders Uhrskov Leadership Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship established to award students who have demonstrated leadership on their college campuses at home and who are dedicated to enhancing and building upon their global leadership and critical thinking skills while spending a semester or summer abroad with DIS. Up to $10,000 will be awarded to one semester student and up to $5,000 to one summer student studying for six weeks or more.
$10,000
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