DIS - Study Abroad
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DIS - Study Abroad is a program provider offering 3 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Research abroad programs in 2 countries such as Sweden and Denmark.
DIS is a non-profit study abroad foundation established in Denmark in 1959, with locations in Copenhagen and Stockholm. DIS provides semester, academic year, and summer programs taught in English, and offers high-impact learning experiences for upper-division undergraduate students from distinguished North American colleges and universities. The intellectually challenging curriculum is broad, cutting edge, and enriched by experiential learning components, including faculty-led study tours across Europe. It provides students with opportunities for meaningful cultural engagement and personal growth, which is further enriched through housing and extracurricular offerings.
For more information, please visit our website at https://disabroad.org/
Study Abroad with DIS - Study Abroad
"I got a chance to feel what it is like to be a world traveler and how easy it is. I earned credit toward my major which justified my time abroad. I feel that it was worthwhile because of this."
Gregory Garcia Grinnell College
"I learned a lot about living on my own, cooking, cleaning, and shopping while living in an apartment. Being abroad also encourages you to think reflectively about the US and what it means to be an American citizen. "
Sarah Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about what was happening in the world. I got perspective of events and trials affecting people other than Americans. And I made some amazing friends"
Jessica Kaufman Brandeis University
"I gained everything from going abroad. The chance to study in Europe was amazing - all the art and history was stunning. I want to go back for graduate school. "
A student Bryn Mawr College
"I learned lots of stuff about myself and my capabilities, which is cool. "
A student Vassar College
"I gained a sense of independence and what it is like to live in Danish society. It was definitely a worthwhile and incredible experience!"
A student Brandeis University
"I was truly independent for the first time and met amazing friends, and was able to travel independently quite a bit! "
A student Brandeis University
"Coping skills, the ability to adjust to new things, how to be resourceful and so much more I don't even have words for "
Zoie Jordan University of Colorado - Boulder
"I learned about being on my own a lot. I would commute on my own every day, and I was the only American student in my homestay. However, my host family was very kind and approachable, so I spent a fair amount of time with them. I also gained a cross-cultural perspective on topics I'm interested in (psychology, education), whi..."
A student Washington University in Saint Louis
"It was most definitely worthwhile! I learned about an entirely new culture and gained a strong insight into the world beyond the US."
Taylor Uccello Stonehill College
"I learned a lot about international travel, Danish culture, and living independently. "
Megan Yoder American University
"Nothing I learned from my experience abroad was at all thanks to the program it was through. It was worthwhile because it was my own but I would not recommend this program to anyone. "
A student Vanderbilt University
"I feel like I learned more about personal growth, rather than academic growth. Academically, I do not feel like I have grown. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself and being independent. My social skills grew as I was forced to meet new people all the time and I became even more open and joyful as a person. I gained a lot of confidence during these last 4 months as I traveled alone and came to Copenhagen without any close friends. I dated in Copenhagen as wel..."
A student Anonymous University
"I learned an enormous amount about Economics, my area of study, from my classes and professors. I also came to appreciate the history and beauty of the Danish capital, rediscovered my passion for biking, and enhanced my cooking skills. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Micah Cohen Rhodes College
"I learned a lot about myself as well as stayed on track academically "
A student University of New Hampshire
"I gained confidence in my ability to navigate foreign cultures and cities. I learned that children are basically the same everywhere. I learned through a lot of field trips and hands-on experiences, and I loved it. "
Rachel Wallace American University
"I gained a sense of independence and appreciation for cultural differences "
A student Vassar College
"I learned a lot about the Danish healthcare system and about Danish culture."
Gabriella Fordham University
"I learned about the aspects of my personality that make me an American. I became more accepting and understanding of cultural differences. Living with a host family was a main reason for this. By exploring Copenhagen, I became more confident navigating new and unfamiliar situations on my own. I'm also more interested in travelin..."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned to cook for myself"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of confidence to become more independent. I also became more organized as I planned weekend trips and found my way around new cities."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, Denmark, Danish culture, and important issues happening around the world today."
A student Brandeis University
