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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
03/26/2025 Filled With Culture! University of Edinburgh: Edinburgh - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned much more about the UK's history as well as Scottish history. I also met so many new people and was able to have a new experience. "

Wellesley College
03/25/2025 Winter In Pembroke University of Cambridge, Pembroke College: Cambridge - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was interesting to learn economics through a different teaching style and I believe that my writing improved a lot through the program.The professors were very accomodating while also pushing me to look at things with a different lens."

Wellesley College
03/25/2025 Rigorous Individual Academic Experience, Good Integration In Student Life Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"I learned a lot academically, as well as gained independence. It was worthwhile."

Wellesley College
03/24/2025 Best Semester Ever Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Im definitely more independent and likely to advocate for myself it was very worthwile"

Wellesley College
03/09/2025 A Very Fun Semester! American University of Paris: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I found my experience abroad to be very worthwhile. I improved my French skills by interacting with people in stores, bars, and on the metro, and made some incredible friends through the program. I also had the opportunity to travel and explore the city, which was one of my favorite parts."

Wellesley College
03/05/2025 Pembroke! University of Cambridge, Pembroke College: Cambridge - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I had a wonderful time at Pembroke. You are matriculated your first few weeks there, and that really shows! You are able to really immerse yourself into the academic and cultural environment of Cambridge. I was able to participate in popular extracurriculars like rowing, which was such a hallmark of my experience. You also get r..."

Wellesley College
03/04/2025 I Love It! Queen Mary University of London Study Abroad programme

"Yes, it was worth it. "

Wellesley College
02/19/2025 A Worthwhile Experience University of Cambridge, Pembroke College: Cambridge - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"The program’s emphasis on independent study helped me grow academically and personally, though I realized I would prefer my home institution’s curriculum a bit more. Beyond academics, I also developed greater independence in daily life, which was an experience I am really grateful for. Overall, it was a worthwhile journey and I'..."

Wellesley College
02/13/2025 Easy School Except It Was Full Of Americans! American University of Paris: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned that Paris is the place I want to be"

Wellesley College
02/13/2025 Wonderful Time And Experience Abroad St Anne's College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"I've gained valuable insights into UK culture and learned how to navigate friendships while studying abroad. It was truly worthwhile, as experiencing life in such a beautiful city like Oxford has been incredibly meaningful."

Wellesley College
02/12/2025 Awful Middlesex University Mauritius - Visiting Students Program

"nothing"

Middlesex University Mauritius
02/07/2025 Great Time Abroad Chinese University of Hong Kong: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how to be independent away from my family and it was worthwhile"

Brandeis University
02/03/2025 Great Spanish School In Costa Rica! Tico Lingo: Heredia - Spanish Language Program

"Absolutely worth while, I will remember this fondly"

University of New Mexico
01/30/2025 A Fun And Easy Semester In Seoul Yonsei University: Seoul - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I improved my Korean language skills through the immersion of being abroad, and I became familiar with the city and also expanded my comfort zone. Definitely worthwhile!"

Wellesley College
01/30/2025 Unique University of St. Andrews: St. Andrews - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how to enjoy doing things alone. I also had the opportunity to travel to places I had never been before."

Wellesley College
01/30/2025 A Great Semester Abroad! Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Rothberg International School: Undergraduate Study Abroad Program

"I gained a lot of Hebrew language skills, in addition to finding an amazing community somewhere very far from home. I also made connections that will help me pursue a graduate degree."

Brandeis University
01/25/2025 Feeling Loved Siena School for Liberal Arts: Siena - Semester & Summer Programs

"Art experience, knowledge towards living in EU, people's pov from different places."

Brandeis University
01/24/2025 Abundant Opportunities, Rigorous Academics, And Invaluable Resources University of Oxford - Visiting Students

"I learned to be more independent and disciplined through the Oxford tutorial system, which offered ample independent study time, while also gaining a deeper understanding of UK culture. I also honed my ability to deep dive into topics by mastering the art of extracting key insights from extensive readings."

Wellesley College
01/23/2025 Lady Margaret Hall Exceeds Expectations For Life Abroad Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"LMH was a great contrast to my experience at my home institution. I was able to focus on areas of student life that oftentimes aren't prioritized at my home institution. I got to see nine new countries without feeling like I spent too much or wasted my time in England."

Wellesley College
01/22/2025 Navigating The Rewards And Challenges Of Studying Abroad University of Hong Kong / HKU: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Most of the courses are very helpful and close connected to real life. I have learned a lot. I have also made a lot of friends outside of class. I learned to be independent and build a new lifestyle in a foreign country. It is very worthwhile to do this study abroad. "

Wellesley College
01/21/2025 Semester In Sydney University of Sydney: Sydney - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained a lot of travel and backpacking experience. I also learned how to quickly find a community when moving to a new city."

Wellesley College
01/21/2025 A Fall In Amsterdam Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam: Amsterdam - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I have a lot of family in the Netherlands so it was very nice spending time with them and getting to know them better. I also left knowing much more Dutch than I knew previously. This made it very worthwhile. "

Wellesley College
01/21/2025 Amazing Experience On New Zealand's South Island University of Otago, New Zealand: Study Abroad Programme

"I learned a lot about how other countries, even when they are in the same language, have different cultures and different perspectives on things. "

Wellesley College
01/21/2025 Would Not Recommend Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"I learned nothing and gained nothing "

American International College