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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, Belgium, and International Summer Schools.

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 14, 2025
08/12/2025 Eye Opening, Fun, And Challenging London School of Economics (LSE): London - General Course, Year-Long Study Abroad Programme

"Something specific was that I got into the fashion industry while abroad which was completely different from my major of Economics. I became a photographer for multiple fashion shows during London Fashion Week, and did some modeling. This was my favorite experience from studying abroad. "

Brandeis University
08/11/2025 A Deeply Joyful And Life Changing Year Worcester College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"I learned to manage my time effectively, writing essays quickly while maintaining thoughtfulness and high standards. I also became more confident and enthusiastic in introducing myself to new people. In tutorials, I had the rare freedom to share my abundant curiosities, discussing topics and readings I especially enjoyed with an..."

Wellesley College
08/07/2025 Go To Berlin, Not For The Program Free University: Berlin - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Independence was the main thing. "

Middlebury College
08/05/2025 Glad I Went Andres Bello National University: Santiago - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was worthwhile. Learned how to do things alone, explore, and travel."

Middlebury College
08/01/2025 Fun And Immersive Experiences In Nz Through Uo A The University of Auckland: Auckland - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained a lot of self-confidence through studying abroad and feel more connected to my indigenous Māori heritage; this was an extremely worthwhile experience."

Wellesley College
08/01/2025 Life Changing! Waseda University: Tokyo - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned so much about a new culture and place."

Brandeis University
07/31/2025 An Amazing Year Of New Experiences St Edmund Hall, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"It was 100% worthwhile, everything from the daily mundane walks from class, to the very traditional one a year Oxford balls, were so special. Although at Wellesley I would say I was already fairly independent, I learned to be more so while abroad, and also learned to be more outgoing in trying new things. "

Wellesley College
07/29/2025 The Most Formative Fun 3 Months Of My Life So Far! University of Otago, New Zealand: Study Abroad Programme

"I learned how to be more independent and a lot about my outlook and place in the world. "

Middlebury College
07/29/2025 Camping And Class! University of Otago, New Zealand: Study Abroad Programme

"I gained lots of travel skills. I especially learned outdoor camping and hiking skills, as well as how to learn more about different environments and cultures. "

Middlebury College
07/28/2025 St Andrew's: A Perfect Town Tucked Away From The Rest Of The World University of St. Andrews: St. Andrews - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned that life doesn't have to be fast-paced to be fulfilling and I connected with people from places and backgrounds I'd never previously been exposed to. Because life was a little slower-paced, I felt truly present throughout the entire experience. "

Wellesley College
07/28/2025 Wonderful Experience, Love London London School of Economics (LSE): London - General Course, Year-Long Study Abroad Programme

"Got to live in one of the world's most famous cities and travel a ton"

Wellesley College
07/27/2025 Perfect Location, Supportive Program, Academically Laid Back Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"I was able to experience a new culture, immerse myself in history, and connect with really great people."

Brandeis University
07/25/2025 Worcester Has Not Seen The Last Of Me :) Worcester College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"My experience was incredibly worthwhile, I learned about myself and how I deal with being in new places where I don't know anyone and how to navigate completely changing my environment. I feel more confident and happy having had this experience which I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I was challenged academically and..."

Wellesley College
07/25/2025 Great School With Diverse Students! Sciences Po: Paris - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was definitely worthwhile due to the people I met (many students were from other countries in Europe)!"

Wellesley College
07/23/2025 A Wonderful Year At Oxford University of Oxford - Visiting Students

"I learned a lot about physics specifically and was able to take more advanced courses than I otherwise would have. I also appreciated the chance to travel around England and to other countries in Europe. Overall, my experience was definitely worthwhile and I'd certainly do it again."

Wellesley College
07/22/2025 Best Experience Ever. Maastricht University: Center for European Studies, Semester Programmes

"A different perspective on the U.S, learned more about different cultures. I believe it was very worthwhile."

Brandeis University
07/19/2025 Challenging But I Would Go Back! Korea University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned that I'm someone that needs to chill a little bit sometimes. I tried to keep up with people that were much more intense travellers while I just wanted to focus on school and my friends and be a little more relaxed."

Middlebury College
07/17/2025 Great Historical And Educational Experience American College of Thessaloniki (ACT): Thessaloniki - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned a lot about Greece and Greek history which was very worthwhile to me and my studies - the age of the cities there and specifically Thessaloniki's story was very engaging because it's so visible everywhere you go there. "

Brandeis University
07/16/2025 Paris Was Amazing — School Not So Much American University of Paris: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"While the academic side of the program wasn’t as challenging as I hoped, I gained a lot from the opportunity to travel extensively. Exploring new places, meeting different people, and experiencing diverse cultures broadened my perspective and helped me grow personally. In that sense, the experience was definitely worthwhile — ev..."

Wellesley College
07/16/2025 Year Abroad At Oxford Universirty Mansfield College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"I learned a lot about my ambitions for the future and how the world works. Being abroad exposed me to many different people and points of view, reminding me of the world's vastness."

Wellesley College
07/15/2025 Great Year Overall St Peter's College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"How to adjust and thrive in new environment. "

Wellesley College
07/12/2025 Interesting American University of Paris: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"i learned french"

Wellesley College
07/11/2025 Spring Friendly At Usyd! University of Sydney: Sydney - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was so important to me that I was able to fend for myself in an entirely new place. Sydney is such a beautiful place, and I loved its downtown and the incredible beaches that were easily accessible. I met so many people and in turn, learned a lot about myself by making new friends from around the globe."

Wellesley College