4.4 - 1473 Reviews

DIS - Study Abroad

https://disabroad.org/

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

OVERALL RATING 4.4
Based on 1473 Reviews
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February 2, 2026
Past Review I Ate Croissants Errrrrrday And Fell In Love With Public Transport! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"If I could do it all over again, I would choose DIS in a heartbeat! I am considering interning there after graduation because i've enjoyed the way they teach there so much and how they choose to see and portray the world in classes. I studied the most abstract courses while there, but was taught how to actually apply what I wa..."

Trinity University
Past Review I Had The Perfect Adventure. DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned how to be more independent. I learned about different healthcare systems and cultures. And yes, it was worthwhile."

Middlebury College
Past Review Life Changing DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned more about myself and my capabilities. I have more confidence in myself in all situations."

Providence College
Past Review A Once In A Lifetime Experience, That Was Truly Amazing! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I realized how important making international relations is and how beneficial it is to learn from the successes and failures of other people/countries. I came away from my study abroad experience as a more well rounded and independent person. I came away from Copenhagen sure that I would be back some day in the near future. "

Providence College
Past Review Incredible Guided And Independent Immersion Into The Scandinavian Life. DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Best experience in college by far. Would recommend it to anyone. You learn so much about yourself through living outside of your comfort zone in another country by means of the different culture and the people you meet. Irreplaceable experience. I would recommend someone looking to study abroad to avoid doing a Villanova program..."

Villanova University
Past Review Once In A Lifetime Experience! DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"I really loved going abroad because I went on my own and I was able to become more involved with other people and immerse myself in the culture. I was also able to meet other awesome people from other parts of the US that I have kept in touch with after I came back."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review A Beautiful City I Explored In 6 Weeks DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"I learned how to live on my own with other American students. Because it was an American program, I got to know other Americans and learn about the Danish culture with them. Unfortunately I did not have a chance to meet that many other Danish people because of the program itself. I only picked this program because I've always wa..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Absolutely Incredibly Amazing, Wish It Never Had To End! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned a lot about my myself, how to be independent, how to be happy and how to enjoy life."

Providence College
Past Review Eating Pastries And Loving A Country Most People Have Never Heard Of DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned that the American way is not always the right way - that there are some areas that America really needs to improve on that other countries are doing really well. It was definitely worthwhile to realize that there are cultures where you can leave your baby out on the sidewalk while you shop inside a store and you don't ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Denmark The European Abroad Experience With Some Interesting Twists. DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Learned that many places and societies function VERY differently from the United States, sometimes in better ways, sometimes in worse ways. It was very worthwhile to get this exposure, and I would definitely do it over if I could. "

Middlebury College
Past Review I Want To Go Back!!!! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"This was one of the most difficult semester of my life, and yet it was also one of the absolute best!!! Going abroad has been one of the best decisions I have ever made!"

Providence College
Past Review I Love Copenhagen! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Very worthwhile, learned independence and about Denmark"

Villanova University
Past Review Næste Station: Copenhagen! DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"Too much to write in this tiny box. It was incredible and I'm still speechless about it. Go experience it for yourself. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Wrong Program DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Design classes"

Wellesley College
Past Review Wonderful DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I gained invaluable travel experience and learned vastly about numerous European cities and countries."

Providence College
Past Review Great Semester In Wonderful Copenhagen! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Going abroad is definitely worthwhile! I learned about myself, learned a lot about Danish culture and got to see so many new places."

Wellesley College
Past Review New Home In Nyhavn DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"too much to write about. "

Providence College
Past Review Amazing Copenhagen! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Gaining confidence through traveling alone and being independent. "

Providence College
Past Review Adding To A Beautiful Life :Family, Friends, And Knowledge DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"I learned a lot about cultures and different ways of running and being a part of a society. The experience was definitely worthwhile."

Wellesley College
Past Review Kobenhavn, The Hygge Experience DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Unforgettable, learned a lot about myself and another culture "

Providence College
Past Review The Experience Of A Lifetime DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"How very large and diverse the world really is"

University of Hartford
Past Review The Ultimate Change DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I was able to experience things that were not offered at my home university. I had hands-on medical experience that most people do not get until medical school. It was completely worthwhile. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Crazy Fun Times DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned independence. It was worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Study Abroad In Copenhagen! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I gained a much wider perspective about how I live my life and how others live around the world. I developed a lot of independence and I learned a lot about myself and acquired many critical thinking skills about the world around me. "

Wellesley College