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, 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.
Study Abroad with Direct Enrollment/Exchange
"I got to travel a ton, and speaking to local and international students gave me more of a global perspective on lots of things, such as economics and politics. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Elicia C Wellesley College
"I literally feel like I grew up during my time abroad. Traveled all over Europe by myself, got to live on my own and create my own community. Definitely would do it again!"
Emeralda G San Jose State University
"Studying in Seoul, ironically, made me thankful that I was not raised in such a society. I love being there as a foreigner, but would not choose to grow up having to conform to such rigid standards and expectations. I know that seems rather morbid to say, but beyond that I experienced a different type of education, met new peopl..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained more than I can put into words. "
Nicholas K University of Texas - Arlington
"I learned more of the culture. I knew a little bit of the language already going in, but it was great hearing and learning the Kansai-ben. I also definitely improve my language overall. It was definitely worthwhile! I feel like a have another family in another country after doing to host family program. I still keep in touch wit..."
A student Illinois State University
"It was worth it. I learned so much about chinese culture and history!"
Sofia G SUNY - Binghamton
"It was definitely worthwhile - I was able to experience firsthand the cultural aspects of France I've only read in textbooks or articles."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to adapt to a different lifestyle and culture, I learned how to speak a different language, and I met a lot of new great people who I will keep in contact with forever. Overall my experience abroad was very worthwile."
A student Western Washington University
"I am not the same person as I was before. This was the best decision I could have made!!!! IT WAS MORE THAN WORTHWHILE... it was necessary!"
ilana.pomerantz Brandeis University
"Yes. Academically, socially, and culturally enriching"
Yuanjun Z Barnard College
"I learned so much about myself and how to take care of myself on this trip. It truly taught me to be independent, and forced me to grow up in many ways. I made incredible friends, friends that I know will always be a very large part of my life. It was the most amazing experience of my life thus far, and even with all the ups and..."
A student San Jose State University
"I loved the opportunity to study as eclectic and as diverse literature as possible and it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"So so so much about myself, where I am from, where I went, other people in the world, and how amazing it is to interact with others from various places. It was MORE than worthwhile!"
Brittany L University of Texas - San Antonio
"I love Germany"
A student University of Texas - San Antonio
"Extremely worthwhile, I recommend it but not only to those who don't mind being thrown completely out of their comfort zone. I learned Japanese, received job offers for the future and made great friends. I'll definitely be back soon. "
Misha Y The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned a lot about society and culture in Australia and how different it is from American society. It was interesting to see a different way of life, and how different the universities are. The courses were great and I learned so much about Australian society and indigenous and multicultural issues. It was definitely worthwhi..."
A student The College of William and Mary
"The amount of knowledge I learned is immense. I learned about French civilization, culture, customs, language, european business, political studies, the EU, self image in Europe, and how Europeans think of Americans, all in one month!"
james b Illinois State University
"A widened philosophy of life and my importance in the world, and yes, it was worthwhile."
A student Presbyterian College
"I would say it was extremely worthwhile, and I think a semester abroad is something every person should do. It teaches you so much about yourself as you are completely outside of your comfort zone and without your normal support group to lean on. "
Alysha M University of Maine at Orono
"It was worthwhile, the exposure to so many cultures was incredibly eye-opening and fufilling."
A student Fairfield University
"I learned how to adapt to any situation and make friends with people who I never thought I would be friends with before. I really have more of an open mind now to everything. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"friends, insight, contacts, skills"
A student Villanova University
"that there is more to this world. That people need to leave their comfort zones and broaden their view of the world and what is in it"
A student San Jose State University
"I learned about the differences of cultures around the world and how and why each countries' view the things they view the way they do. The experience was very worthwhile because I was able to open my eyes to lots of different things and see things in a new and different angle."
A student Barnard College
"Going to Granada, Spain was definitely worthwhile. It is, hands down, the greatest decision I have ever made in my life. I learned to live on my own and to live with people outside of my family. I met and lived with Europeans who had different customs and it was fun to share my experiences with them. Additionally, I learned a di..."
Victoria B San Jose State University
