Direct Enrollment/Exchange
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange is a program provider offering 1872 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Graduate Program, High School, Research, Online Program, TEFL Courses, and Adventure Travel abroad programs in 121 countries such as Spain, International Summer Schools, Turkey, and Slovakia.
Below you will find a directory of foreign universities and reviews from students who participated in an exchange, or in direct enrollment.
In a Direct Enrollment program, students have the option of applying directly to the university they wish to attend abroad. Students can go for either one or two semesters and apply using that university's application process listed for international students. Sometimes these students are called Visiting Students, Guest Students or Free Movers. At the foreign university, they will be supported by the university's office of international students, housed with other international students and have the opportunity not only to immerse in a foreign culture, but to do so with students from all over the world.
In an Exchange, you attend a foreign university and a foreign student attends your home university, a student swap for a semester or year. Your university will handle the details of the exchange, you just need to find the ideal foreign university. Hopefully the listings and reviews below can help you down that path. You will need to contact your university's study abroad department or your academic advisor for details on the exchange because the number of valid/active exchange partners may be very limited.
Study Abroad with Direct Enrollment/Exchange
"Every day is a little struggle, the pollution, the cultural differences, anything and everything working just a little differently that you are used to. You learn to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and out of your comfort zone, this is a lifelong skill."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile and I learnt alot of international experience and got to work with big companies such as Western Digital and Solution Engineering because APU. "
Zauraiz Alamgeer Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
"It was definitely worthwhile. By experiencing another culture, I learned a lot about my own. I made a lot of good friends and traveled a lot, which I greatly enjoyed."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I am so glad I did this. I got to travel and learn so much."
Stephanie Abiassi The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned that I can travel by myself without any fear. I learned how to navigate in a foreign city, and I feel comfortable with the idea of graduating next year and having to set off on my own. I learned so much about different cultures and points of view that I can grow from. This trip was worthwhile and I highly encourage stu..."
Cassidy Luciano American University
"I learned much about myself. I was able to mature away from home, come to terms with my reasons for obtaining a solid education, and had the opportunity to learn Chinese and meet tons of amazing people."
Gabriel Crow Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"It was definitely worthwhile. I got to see more countries than I ever imagined and I have made friends from all over the world. It has been a wonderful experience."
Mitchell Mahar Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"Going to Singapore was one of the best things I have ever done. I learned so much about the world, the way I as a white american fit into it, the way I can make connections with people who live half way across the world from me through a love of food, fun and kindness. I learned if I push myself the gains can be unmeasurable. ..."
A student Brandeis University
"There is just so much to learn and explore at all times"
Esperanza University of Florida
"I gained so much knowledge inside and outside of the classroom. I also learned that I would like to pursue future studies and a career in Italian food and wine. "
Christina Solazzo The College of Wooster
"Work experience through my internship, school/study skills through the different methods of teaching, and exposure to another culture and world. Completely worthwhile."
Jonathan Bolton The University of Texas at Austin
"Absolutely. Living in a foreign country alone is difficult. The first thing you learn is how much you feel like you're missing out at home - your family, pets, friends, food (a very big thing), the weather, etc. It might make you feel lonely if you don't find people you really click with right away. But it's great exposure to pe..."
Jeanie S The University of Texas at Austin
"One of the most important things I gained was greater insight into the way people from other countries viewed the US. Because the primary elections were taking place during my semester abroad, it was very interesting to learn what people from other countries thought on the matter. Additionally, I was able to learn what other int..."
Catherine S The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to value and appreciate differences, in culture, food and living. I learned that a different way of doing something might actually work better, and to slow down and relax."
Crystal M Central Michigan University
"Friends, knowledge, culture"
A student Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"I think the more apt question would be what didn't I learn or gain from my experience abroad. I learned how to navigate public transport systems, got comfortable asking for directions and help in general, I learned how to truly be independent as it was the first time I couldn't call home if I was frustrated, hurt or ill; I learn..."
A student Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and became more confident and independent as a person."
A student Washington State University
"Many new skills were gained abroad that will benefit my personal, professional, and academic aspects of life."
Kristin S Eastern Illinois University
"I learned how to adapt to things I never thought I'd have to get used to (for example, the cleaning ladies cleaned the bathrooms by plunging the mops into the urinals and mopping the ground with it ... by the way this is a girl's bathroom... I wish I were lying). Somehow at HKUST doors can be broken (?!) and prevent you from get..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I've had a lot of time to self-reflect and mature as a result. I've had to face my inner demons head-on as well and really struggled with feelings of inadequacy for a while. Nevertheless, the experience was really important to my self-growth and I think I've learned a lot as a result. I've had a change to work on my weaknesses, ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a different perspective on life and Europe. I met a ton of international students that I will continue to keep in touch with. It was incredibly worthwhile and I honestly wish that I was able to stay for longer than four months."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Independence, Solo Traveling Skills, Language skills, Wonderful friendships. Yes absolutely worthwhile."
Bryson H The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned the basics of a new language, was able to experience the culture first hand, and was able to travel. It was worthwhile, but I'm more than ready to go home."
Coryn J Alfred State College - SUNY College of Technology
"I gained a better understanding of the world around me and of myself. I also discovered how complex some of the areas of the world are and that what we see portrayed on TV, especially news, is not necessarily the reality of the situation. It has been an incredibly worthwhile experience. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a lot on insight on the history of East London and London in general. Traveling after the semester is the best part. During the traveling and the program itself the interaction with people from all over the world expands your understanding of the world. It was definitely worthwhile."
Alexander V The University of Texas at Austin
