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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 17, 2025
Past Review A Wild Ride University of Melbourne: Melbourne - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was so interesting to learn in a different country. I loved the opportunity to live abroad while continuing to work towards my degree. Two bird one stone!"

Queen Mary University of London
Past Review A Rewarding And Life Changing Experience KTH Royal Institute of Technology: Stockholm - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned to value my friendships and relationships with people more and also the value of introspection and thinking and questioning everything. I would say that I'm more open-minded now and a more understanding person. Definitely worthwhile."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Easily Walked 10,000 Steps A Day; There Is So Much To Do! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I definitely learned independence because this was my first time having to set up a phone plan or buy my own hotel when traveling. I also felt like being alone was really scary, but I'm proud that I overcame it. I liked learning about the English education system as well and comparing it to what I experience here at America. I f..."

University of Southern California
Past Review Two Months Of Fun, Two Months Of Online Classes Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"very worthwhile and a change of pace from my home institution. "

Harvard University
Past Review I Enjoyed The Experience And Would Recommend It University Jaume I: Castellon - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I improved my English and I loved the teachers"

Queen Mary University of London
Past Review Stressful But Fun Universita degli Studi di Firenze: Florence - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned about myself, solo travel and the Italian Culture"

Middlebury College
Past Review I'm Capable Of Doing Great Things. Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Confidence in myself "

Universidad de Guadalajara
Past Review Great! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Independence as a young adult, and it was worthwhile."

Smith College
Past Review One Of The Best Experiences Of My Life. Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I have learned to be more organized, more independent and more inclusive, and more inclined to have fun."

Bocconi University
Past Review My Amazing Experiencce At Queen Mary University! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"First, I had the possibility to learn how to live alone, independently, in a country with a different culture and language. The meeting with other foreign students is clearly my best experience and memory. I am still talking to them as they have been so important during the stay. I had been surprised by the pedagogical learning ..."

Universite Catholique de Lille / Lille Catholic University
Past Review Loved My Study Abroad Experience!! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"It was worth it! Because of my London abroad experience, I have gained world-class education while meeting new people and living in a melting pot city. I am pursuing my masters' degree in London again this upcoming fall because I couldn't get enough of London! "

George Washington University
Past Review 10/10 Would London Again ;) Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"That I am able to manage my studies, living alone and making new friends."

Pablo de Olavide University
Past Review Goes By Too Fast! University of Ottawa: Ottowa - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learned to be more independant, learned about my favorite subject (medieval history), learned how to adapt to a foreign place, learned to get around a big city and learned that I'm a great lonely traveler :))"

Queen Mary University of London
Past Review A Semester Of Growth Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Forced me mature so quickly. Had to navigate extensive public transit for the first time. No one was around to cook for me so I had to learn how to take care of myself. None of that mentions the theatrical studies in which I engaged. "

Saint Mary's College of California
Past Review A Wonderful And Memorable Studying Experience Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I learned how to study in an all-English speaking environment. It's quite different from the study pattern in China as I did a lot of reading in QMUL. It's very worthwhile."

Queen Mary University of London
Past Review All The Best Things Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I gained a lot of wonderful experiences, independence, self-assurance, and flexibility. Putting me in a dorm with first-years felt odd at first but it was a new experience for all of us and thus I was easily able to make new friends and explore the city / college experience with other newbies."

University of San Diego
Past Review Greatest Travel Experience Of My Life! Masaryk University: Brno - Summer Schools

"So much culture to take in along with the course itself. 100% worthwhile and wish I could go back every day. "

University of Newcastle
Past Review Laid Back Educational Semester Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I learned about London culture and the history of London. It was so worthwhile, because I was able to branch out from everything I knew."

Columbia University
Past Review The London Experience Of A Lifetime Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I grew significantly in my independence through living in a foreign country and solo traveling across Europe during my breaks. I grew in my understanding and appreciation of several different cultures and made friends from all over. It was certainly worthwhile, and I would recommend it for anyone."

University of California - Irvine
Past Review Unforgettable Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I loved the international exposure"

Queen Mary University of London
Past Review Best 3 Months Of My Life! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"That the world was my oyster!"

Drexel University
Past Review Loved It, But It Could Have Been Better. Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Was totally worth it learn a lot from another cultures e had amazing experiences but the university was disappoint. The food part is always London. "

Pontificia Universidade Catolica Do Rio De Janiero
Past Review You Will Get An International Outlook On Life. Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I gained a holistic outlook on business and working internationally. I learned about new cultures, experienced several cities and countries, it opened my eyes and my mind to succeed. I became more independent and autonomous, gave me inspiration and confidence to take on new challenges, and was an amazing way to wrap up my underg..."

University of Toronto
Past Review Finding Myself In The City Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Though my experience was cut short due to COVID-19, those three months abroad were the best months of my life. I miss the environment and culture a lot. There's a lot of independence both academic and personal. I learned a lot about myself during this time."

University of Southern California
Past Review London Is Always A Good Idea! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"I made so many English friends, which helped me to learn the language better. The courses were so interesting and the whole university staff so helpful that I can just say my study-abroad experience was perfect."

Queen Mary University of London