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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, Costa Rica, Italy, and Ecuador.

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 22, 2025
Past Review A Worthwhile Experience, Great Start For Travel In Sea National University of Singapore: Singapore - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Although the program was very worthwhile for me since I got to experience living in another country, adapting to the local lifestyle, and meeting and becoming good friends with many other exchange students, I realize that I would not choose to return to Singapore for study or work if I had the choice. Personally, the country is ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review La Vie (á Aix) Est Belle. Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France

"It was absolutely worthwhile and definitely the best and most rewarding experience of my life so far. I gained so much from my time in Aix with my host family, the people at IAU, and everything that Aix has to offer as a city."

Fairfield University
Past Review 11 Countries In 1 Semester SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained increased independence and comfortability while traveling last semester. This experience was absolutely worthwhile, and though I enjoyed my time at SOAS, it was most valuable because of how easily and cheaply I was able to travel between countries. I appreciated how different SOAS was from Wellesley, and that I was able..."

Wellesley College
Past Review The Best Experience You Will Never Forget! The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I will now and forever have a home in another country and a foreign city that I can get around. I also learned a lot about another culture and learned life lessons about myself that I would never have learned otherwise. It was 100% worthwhile."

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Great Academic Year More Than I Expected! University of East Anglia: Norwich - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I have gained so many skills and friendships while abroad. I am so glad I had the opportunity to have this experience. I've been able to feel more confident with myself and my ability to work through challenging situations. Norwich always surprised me with the amount of events that took place during the time I was here, and it w..."

University of Western Ontario
Past Review A Great Semester In Norwich University of East Anglia: Norwich - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes, it was worthwhile. The most important things I learned came from my experiences talking with my new exchange friends and flatmates. Traveling was also an amazing opportunity. I also liked being integrated with the other English students for classes. "

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
Past Review I Wish You Could Know You're In 'The Good Old Days' Before You Left Them University of Sydney: Sydney - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Everyone should study abroad. It is a (this is overused) life-changing experience. I will never forget these times I had here with both my American friends as well as the locals. Take chances."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review 4 Months Of Unforgettable Experiences The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learned about other cultures and being independent. it was definitely worthwhile. "

University of Miami
Past Review The Most Enjoyable Study Abroad Experience American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"I was able to live in an amazing city while getting job experience. The staff at ACD are extremely helpful and friendly with students, becoming friends with them rather than simply teaching. I made some great friends from the school and throughout the city."

New York University
Past Review I Would Go Back In A Heartbeat American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"I gained so much confidence and experience from the ACD study abroad program. It was my first experience living on my own and working things out for myself. The internship I had taught me so much and is still a big talking point on my resume when I go for interviews. I also gained lasting friendships and a desire to travel as mu..."

Allegheny College
Past Review Studying Abroad Will Change Your Life University of Stirling: Stirling - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Wow. Okay, big question. I can't even begin describe how much I learned from my study abroad experience. I gained a lot of exposure to other countries/ cultures, traveled extensively, and performed well in new academic and social environments. I grew in courage and self-confidence. Now, I feel like I can travel just about anywhe..."

Berea College
Past Review The Best Time Of My Life American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"Studying abroad was something I always wanted to do. It helped me become more opened minded and become more independent and financially responsible. Plus the experiences I had will last forever. From the people I met to the places I traveled, everything was simply grand. For 4 months I essentially had one large family. Sure at..."

Utica College of Syracuse University
Past Review An Incredible Experience The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was absolutely a worthwhile experience I would recommend studying abroad to any body. I would especially recommend Rome, Italy because I really did feel like I was immersed in the culture of Rome. The food and history are also an extra bonus that both made my experience amazing. "

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"Living abroad taught me that I could be independent. Going by your self to another country is really a sink or swim type thing. You either have to learn to make friends, and get places on your own, or you will be alone in your room miserable. Luckily this experience changed me a lot and I grew into a new person in Ireland. I ma..."

Mary Baldwin University
Past Review Good Craic American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

""Nothing ventured, nothing gained". My study abroad experience in Ireland taught me that what one gains in college is not solely a text book education, but experiences and meeting fascinating new people. Not only did i receive an excellent education, but i can honestly say it was the best experience of my life. I encountered a n..."

University of Cape Coast
Past Review The Most Amazing Trip With The Most Amazing People I Have Ever Experienced. American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"This trip was so worthwhile. I have never had so much fun in one week. Being in Dublin heightened the experience of the show for everyone involved."

Lynn University
Past Review Fantastic! American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"It was a great cultural experience and a great way to meet many other international students from many different places. I really enjoyed everyone and learning new things culturally. "

Plymouth State University
Past Review One Of A Kind Abroad Experience That Furthers Your Chinese Language Abilities Beijing Foreign Studies University: Beijing - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I didn’t know what to expect when I stepped off the plane in Beijing, signaling the start of my study abroad experience, but IES Beijing made the transition smooth and easy and created one of the most exciting experiences of my life to date. The weeklong orientation was not only extremely helpful in adjusting (especially with je..."

Wake Forest University
Past Review Great Craick! American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"Confidence and a desire for independence. The Irish culture is so much more laid back than America, and it was a welcome relief. I want to see as much of the world as I can now."

Plymouth State University
Past Review Excellent Program Bangor University: Wales - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"My experience was very empowering. I did a lot of independent travel to many countries. My abilities to budget my money, school commitments, and travel time improved greatly. I learned a lot about the culture of the UK and Ireland. I would definitely say it was worthwhile. "

University of Maine at Orono
Past Review Best Semester Of My Life Uppsala University: Uppsala - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"My time in Uppsala was most definitely one of the most formative experiences of my entire life. I met friends from all over the world who, a year later, I am still in touch with. I had the chance to travel, but for the most part I enjoyed staying in Uppsala because there were always things to do. One really cool unique trip we d..."

University of Connecticut
Past Review "There Are No Strangers, Only Friends We Haven't Met Yet." W. B. Yeats Mary Immaculate College: Limerick - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained a stronger sense of confidence & sense of self; it was a very worthwhile experience."

Frostburg State University
Past Review The Whole Package! The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"AUR's professors are truly invested in their students. My classes were hands on and mainly discussion-based. The student-life office is also a great resource for anything and everything you may need. They highly encourage getting to know Rome, especially on a local level. I can honestly say that the university helped me grow as ..."

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Studying Abroad At Srisa Was An Amazing Experience That I'll Forever Remember! Study Abroad at SRISA: Accredited Semester - Fine Arts, Liberal Arts and Design

"I gained the opportunity to learn a new culture and see Italy which is something I've always wanted. I also got the privilege to meet amazing people while doing it and working with the school staff and students closely. I was able to build great relationships with the people I've met. "

Santa Reparata International School of Art