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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 21, 2025
Past Review My Trip To Gua Ciudad Vieja Spanish Academy: Sacatepequez - Study Abroad Spanish Immersion Program

"Yes it was I lerned some new things and I perfected some skill I already have"

Ciudad Vieja Spanish Academy
Past Review Studying In Paradise Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"Great cultural experience, and you will learn new things about yourself."

SUNY - College of Technology at Alfred (Alfred State University)
Past Review New Zealand: A Very Rewarding Experience, But Not Perfect. University of Otago, New Zealand: Study Abroad Programme

"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned that I am stronger than I think I am. I learned that I can live very well independently. And I further instilled my love for travel. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Study Abroad In Newcastle For An Independent And Genuine Experience Northumbria University: Newcastle Upon Tyne - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained a better understanding of myself and the world from this experience. By being totally independent and in a new place I matured rapidly and can now do things (such as solo travelling) I never expected I would be able to do. British people and culture are amazing, I have decided from this experience that I want to eventua..."

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Past Review An Open Door To A New Life Instituto Mediterrneo Sol / IMSOL: Granada - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I have gained a new independence. I feel that I can conquer the world now. I can take on any challenge by myself. I realized that there is some much more to be offered out in the world. This has caused me to learn about other cultures. I now want to travel the world whether is be by myself or with others. There is a lot of time ..."

University of California - Riverside
Past Review "Living In Paris Gave Me A Totally Different Perception On What Any Tourist Has Before Living There" Ecole Superieure De Commerce De Paris: Paris - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

""Suffolk University was excellent in regards of support, information, assistance. I was expecting the same or similar in Paris, but it was the opposite. Although I had to learn to communicate effectively and achieve my goals on my own, I could have done a lot more and wasted less time if the host university would have an efficie..."

Suffolk University
Past Review "Living In Paris Gave Me A Totally Different Perception On What Any Tourist Has Before Living There" Ecole Superieure De Commerce De Paris: Paris - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

""Suffolk University was excellent in regards of support, information, assistance. I was expecting the same or similar in Paris, but it was the opposite. Although I had to learn to communicate effectively and achieve my goals on my own, I could have done a lot more and wasted less time if the host university would have an efficie..."

Suffolk University
Past Review Ireland: Keep Calm, It'll Be Grand University College Cork: Cork - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I wouldn't trade it for the world. "

Quinnipiac University
Past Review Bologna: 1000 Years Of A College Town University of Bologna: Bologna - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I have always wanted to go abroad and this experience was not only EXACTLY what I wanted, but perfect for assimilation. I gained confidence and I feel like I am way more outgoing than I was before. I feel like I can move to any city in the world and be ok, since I came here barely speaking the language and not only found a place..."

Tulane University
Past Review Forever Changed By Sorrento <3 Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"I am more willing to branch out and meet all kinds of people and have shed some of my shy ways. I have a better understanding of the Italian culture, and even a better appreciation of my own. This experience has inspired me to take life slower to appreciate every moment, and I have even changed my mind about what I want to do ..."

University of Rhode Island
Past Review Newcastle...Party Central, Little Room For Learning. Northumbria University: Newcastle Upon Tyne - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes. I think any experience is worth while. If you feel that it is not, you make it worth while yourself."

Columbus College of Art & Design
Past Review Studying In Italy Was A Great Experience Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"Yes, a Life changing experience"

SUNY - College of Technology at Alfred (Alfred State University)
Past Review Studying In Sorrento: Learning Beyond The Classroom Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I have learned so much about Italian culture, and it has made me appreciate things both here and at home in the United States. "

SUNY - College of Technology at Alfred (Alfred State University)
Past Review A Great Place To Study Right Around The Corner From Some Of The Most Beautiful Places On Earth. Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"Overall great experience, and is a great unique location that made people studying in Florence jealous."

SUNY - College of Technology at Alfred (Alfred State University)
Past Review Ies Beijing: Good, Or Maybe Excellent If You Work At It Beijing Foreign Studies University: Beijing - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"This program was great about pushing us to think outside our own perspective, which is really necessary for understanding China. I feel like I've broadened my horizons quite a lot."

Cornell University
Past Review Study Abroad In Ireland: The Best Choice I Have Ever Made! University of Galway: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I absolutely loved study abroad and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I did some amazing things, met some great people, and had some of the best experiences of my life. Studying abroad allowed me to get a taste of another culture and experience what it is like to live in another country. I learned so much and I have memories t..."

University of Hartford
Past Review Bristol: Why I Need To Come Back To England University of Bristol: Bristol - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Absolutely! I have learned a lot from my flatmates about the cultural differences between America and England. Even though we speak the same language, we have a lot to learn about each other! It's definitely impacted my plans for the future, as I am now seriously considering the UK, Bristol in particular, for post-grad work."

Drake University
Past Review University Of Haifa: International Bubble University of Haifa: Study Abroad at Haifa International School

"I have very much enjoyed studying abroad, and I really did learn a lot in Haifa. However, as I have been in Beer Sheva this semester after completing last semester in Haifa, I have realized that this is a much better location for someone wanting to study abroad and to distance themselves from extremely western culture. I'm tha..."

Middlebury College
Past Review Euromed: Mixed Feelings KEDGE Business School: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I wish I had gone to Paris instead of Marseille. "

Suffolk University
Past Review Germany: Underrated Justus-Liebig-Universitat Gießen: Giessen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I only wish I could have spent more time abroad."

Suffolk University
Past Review American College Of Dublin/Irish American University Is The Best Place To Studying Abroad In Ireland American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"From this program, I was able to gain a lot of valuable experience that looks great on my resume and will set me apart from my competition. I had an amazing time and would love to go back. "

Bowling Green State University
Past Review Missing Ireland Every Day Since I Left! American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"AMAZING! Everyone should study abroad while in college!"

Franklin Pierce University
Past Review I Loved Europe! But Not The Country I Studied In! Should Have Gone To England Instead! Uppsala University: Uppsala - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I am still undecided. Traveling to London and Paris was the coolest thing I have ever done, but I didn't like Sweden. "

Illinois State University