4.4 - 1457 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 1457 Reviews
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December 3, 2025
Past Review Bropenhagen DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"They although we all actually a lot similar across countries than I thought. People behaved very similar to people back home, general mannerisms among people are pretty uniform globally."

Trinity University
Past Review Eye Opening Academics With A Cozy Culture DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"This was honestly the best experience I have ever had in my life so far. I made lasting friendships. I gained a second family. I learned to be more confident in who I am as a personal and also more self-reliant. I learned how to live a happy, cozy life by just cutting out a lot of unneeded stress (this is called hygge in Danish)..."

Trinity University
Past Review Tusind Tak Kobenhavn (Thousand Thanks Copenhagen) DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I loved being abroad. I learned how to plan my own travel trips, navigate, figure out what I really wanted to see. I was able to go to 9 countries, including Russia and Iceland, and travel with some friends that I still keep in touch with "

Trinity University
Past Review A Fantastic Semester DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"learned to be an independent adult, travel independently, manage personal finances completely and cook all my own food. completely worthwhile."

Providence College
Past Review Dis Amazing DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Absolutely worthwhile. Gained social skills "

Brandeis University
Past Review It's For Life DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"The semester was absolutely worthwhile. I made many good friends, and I even returned as a DIS employee. "

University of Delaware
Past Review Denmark Is My Second Home DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Yes it was definitely worthwhile. I learned quite a bit about myself as well as the world at large. My perspective has been expanded beyond the bounds of America. "

Vanderbilt University
Past Review Fantastic Time In Copenhagen DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"I learned a lot about people in general. It was definitely worthwhile and I would love to something like it again."

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Amazing DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"To have an open mind "

Brandeis University
Past Review Babies In Beanies On Bikes DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"i realized more things about myself and it was definitely worthwhile "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Small Country, Big Adventure DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Incredible experience!!! I grew so much as a person!"

Cornell University
Past Review Amazing, Great Connections, Experience Of A Lifetime DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Definitely a worthwhile experience. Gained great friends and connections. Learned to be more independent and confident "

Cornell University
Past Review Phenomenal Semester DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"It was extremely worthwhile. I grew exponentially as both a biology student and a person."

Providence College
Past Review Culturally Eye Opening DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned that my life does not have to be cookie cutter. You can literally go anywhere and do anything. You don't need to go from suburb to college to job to family to suburb. This was an invaluable lesson."

Cornell University
Past Review Very Enlightening Experience. DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"It was very worthwhile, I gained new perspectives not just from my classes but also from being abroad. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Best Decision I Made During My College Years. DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Cultural awareness, appreciation for a culture I had known nothing about before, pride in what I've accomplished, a sense of reliance. Absolutely worthwhile!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Total Immersion DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"i gained a lot of independence and a lot of self confidence. it was incredibly worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review So Much Fun! DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"Absolutely. I learned so much about the world and myself."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Incredible! DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Experiences on the other side of the world. It was definitely worthwhile and life-changing."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Life Changing Experience! DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"I learned a lot more about Denmark, and about human trafficking and positive psychology (the two courses I took). Definitely worthwhile. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Great Study Abroad Experience! DIS Summer in Scandinavia

"Copenhagen was fun and the people are nice, though they may not seem like it at first glance."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Realistic Happiness DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I learned a lot about myself and what sort of quality of life I want. I also learned international communication skills and gained close friends with different cultures and backgrounds. This was the best decision I have made in my entire college experience, it was 100% worthwhile!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Danish Adventures Exploring Nordic Culture, History And Nature DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"Yes, I learned so much both in and out of the classroom. I learned to be more independent, outgoing and openminded. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Painfully Beautiful DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"to learn to be more open and honest in my truth, "

Wellesley College
Past Review Denmark Is Great DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"VERY worthwhile, became much more independent and responsible"

Middlebury College