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Direct Enrollment/Exchange

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, Venezuela, The United Kingdom, and Ireland.

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.

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December 20, 2025
Past Review To Brum And Beyond!! University of Birmingham: Birmingham - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I became a lot more confident interacting with people I didn't know and traveling on my own. I also gained some amazing friends and made great connections. It was definitely worthwhile."

University of Maine - Orono
Past Review Extremely Inspiring Yonsei University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"The fact that I was able to gain a first-hand experience on the culture was very exciting and helpful. It was very worthwhile as I learned more about the different studying, communicating, etc styles of the local students. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Enriching Experience And Life Lasting Friends Griffith University: Gold Coast - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Gaines a great cultural insight and a cultural enrichment from all the people."

Technologico de Monterrey / Monterrey Institute of Technology / ITESM
Past Review Oh Franklin! Franklin University Switzerland: Lugano - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how to handle everything for myself, I couldn't depend on my parents for most things. I became much more independent. "

Trinity University
Past Review Go To South Korea! Hanyang University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Studying Abroad is awesome. You realize there is so much more to learn and experience. You meet so many people and become part of a whole new culture that slowly becomes your own. When you come back, you are a new person. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Life Changing University of Copenhagen: Copenhagen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was definitely worthwhile. It was my second time doing a study abroad program in Copenhagen and I didn't know I would continue to learn so much more about the city and Danish culture. Despite the expensive living conditions, as you learn more about the Danish welfare and political system, you grow to understand how applicable..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Experiential Rather Than Academic Learning University of Leeds: Leeds - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I think the things that really stuck with me from abroad were more life lessons. I did a lot of things that I had never done before and I did them completely on my own, without a real safety net. I did a lot of traveling, I had to regularly cook for myself, and I had to figure out local transit systems on my own. I think that my..."

Wellesley College
Past Review I Had A Great Time Connecting With Local Students. National University of Singapore: Singapore - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how to solve emergency when I am in a new environment. I also leaned how to get along with people who have different culture with you. I felt lucky I chose to study abroad."

Brandeis University
Past Review Fun And Exciting Ajou University: Suwon - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I not only learned bout the South Korean culture, but I also learned about the cultures of the other international students who were also a part of the program."

Eastern Illinois University
Past Review Study Harder And Save More! Keimyung University: Daegu - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned that my adaptability skills are very good. I can easily adjust to a culture and learn the common phrases that used for mealtimes, entering and exiting rooms, introducing myself to others, and more. Unfortunately, removing myself from the new cultural nuances was a problem. I absolutely enjoyed it and it motivates me to..."

Berea College
Past Review Una Verdadera Aventura Pontifical Catholic University of Chile: Santiago - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Besides gaining amazing friends, I also learned how to travel independently. Prior to this, I had always traveled with my family or friends but during my stay, I was able to explore on my own. I traveled to Chile and Argentina all by myself and met people with incredible stories from all over the world! I also learned how to man..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Wish I Was Still There! Universidad de Pompeu Fabra (UPF): Barcelona - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned that I would like to live in Barcelona upon graduation and I also learned about so many different cultures by traveling on the weekends. I would definitely recommend studying abroad, because it is the only time you will be able to travel to so many places for such a low cost. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Formative And Educational. Aquincum Institute of Technology / AIT - Budapest: - Creativity in Computer Science & Software Engineering

"History, independence, and perspective. It was very worthwhile."

Wellesley College
Past Review Going Abroad Taught Me To Be Comfortable With Who I Am No Matter Where I Am. University of Groningen: Groningen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained confidence in my actions and beliefs. I learned to take things in stride and to be more flexible. I learned that I can adapt quickly to differing circumstances if I really want to. "

Berea College
Past Review Many Acting And Theatrical Opportunities Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"The experiences I gained as an actor made my experience worthwhile."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Cold, Expensive, Fun University of Oslo: Oslo - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how well socialism works"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Amazing Experience! Griffith University: Gold Coast - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learn about the other side of the world"

Lancaster University
Past Review Lovely Time In Lancaster Lancaster University: Lancaster - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned a lot about myself and really broke out of my comfort zone. I had never traveled all by myself before and that was such a valuable experience. As a Women's and Gender Studies it was really great learning about society from a different perspective. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Sightseeing, Studying, Saving For Travelling. King's College London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained more independence, got to travel across Europe and immerse myself in new cultures. It was an intense experience, packed at every moment with discoveries and delights. I only regret my time there was so short. "

Wellesley College
Past Review It Was An Experience I Will Remember. University of East Anglia: Norwich - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I grew as a person during my Study Abroad and I am grateful for what I was able to experience."

Middlebury College
Past Review Exploring London And Europe University College London (UCL): London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I had an amazing experience studying abroad in London. I met a lot of new people, traveled to a lot of new places, and learned a lot of new things. London is the perfect place to study abroad; there are countless opportunities to explore the city and it's location is optimal for traveling to different countries in the UK and in ..."

Wellesley College
Past Review Independent Life In London University College London (UCL): London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Meeting people from around the world, independent living in a global city, exposure to local customs and traditions. Definitely worthwhile!"

Wellesley College
Past Review Everything I Could Have Asked For Queen's University Belfast: Belfast - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained an incredible amount of insight into myself and into the society in which I was studying. I learned to enjoy moments, explore, and be flexible. My experience was absolutely worthwhile."

Wellesley College
Past Review Study Hard, Play Hard And Eat Hard! National University of Singapore: Singapore - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I have experienced a different kind of Asian culture, met many interested people, been to beautiful places and eaten a lot of delicious food."

Brandeis University
Past Review One Of The Best Experiences Of My Life! University College London (UCL): London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Although I did not particularly like the academic system in the UK, I had an amazing experience living in London and getting the chance to visit other European countries! It was one of the best experiences of my life, and I am so glad that I chose to study abroad here."

Wellesley College