4.7 - 1991 Reviews

WorldStrides

https://www.worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides is a program provider offering 76 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, and High School abroad programs in 27 countries such as Colombia, Australia, The United Kingdom, and Chile.

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!

Study Abroad with WorldStrides

OVERALL RATING 4.7
Based on 1991 Reviews
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February 20, 2026
Past Review The Best Learning Experience Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"From this experience I learn how to be a more confident person and to take more chances that were out of my comfort zone. I learned about different cultures and different people through all the traveling I did. I learned a lot about the education differences in Australia compared to the US. It was completely worthwhile. "

University of Hartford
Past Review Sydney Is One Of The Most Amazing Cities I’ve Ever Had The Pleasure Of Exploring WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"Studying abroad in Sydney was definitely one of the best decisions I ever made. There's so much to do in and around the city and by going through TEAN I was given so many more opportunities to learn about the city and to interact with locals. I would definitely say my time abroad was worthwhile and I would go back and do it all ..."

College of Charleston
Past Review Amazing And Unforgettable WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"A better understanding of the world around us. It was the experience of a lifetime and I would do it 100 times over if I could "

University of Hartford
Past Review Amazing! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned how to be more independent and that is what really suck out for me. "

University of Hartford
Past Review Best Experience Down Under WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned so many things about myself and the world around me. Too much to put into words. It was definitely worthwhile. I will be going back to Aus. "

University of Hartford
Past Review Best Semester Ever WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"It was expensive but worth it. It was the experience of a lifetime. I gained so many memories, so much confidence in myself and so many life long friends."

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW
Past Review Living Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Perth, Australia

"It really opened my eyes to the rest of the world and life in general. It changed my outlook on myself and my lifestyle. It was a growing up and life changing experience. It might sound cheesy, but it is one of those things people have to go through to understand."

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Past Review Best Four Months WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"During my experience abroad I learned so much about myself, other cultures and how to really live life. I would 100% do it all over again."

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW
Past Review Barcelona, Para Siempre, Mi Ciudad WorldStrides Study Abroad in Barcelona, Spain

"I learned how to be independent, became more curious about the world, and nearly gained fluency in a second language. Studying abroad in Barcelona was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I'm so happy I went. "

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review Tean Abroad Bond University Review (Gold Coast) WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"It was definitely worth while, I agained a lot of insight on the culture of Australia and even Indonesia, as I was able to travel a lot. I was also able to experience many different parts of Australia. "

University of Rhode Island
Past Review Forever Planning A Trip Back To My Home In New Zealand WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"I gained a family of friends I met while abroad- internationals, Kiwis, and other TEAN participants. I saw parts of the world that I never even knew existed. I caught the travel bug- learning about the world is so important and I never want to stop. "

Quinnipiac University
Past Review I've Had The Time Of My Life And I Owe It All To You, Chiang Mai WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"Where do I start? I learned about the costs of Western influence and the tourism industry, the effects of a long-term refugee crisis and the dynamics of a Buddhist state. I also learned a lot about my personal travel style and tested my socializing skills. "

Salem College
Past Review Eye Opening Adventure WorldStrides Study Abroad in Florence, Italy

"Learned to be open and willing to learn. It was worth while because it made me appreciate a lot back home being in an unfamiliar place as well as make me want to travel again."

West Texas A&M University
Past Review Semester Down Under! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"Definitely became more independent and learned how to budget money. It was worthwhile and I am grateful that I had the opportunity to study in Australia!"

University of Hartford
Past Review Hands Down The Best Decision I've Ever Made! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I grew into myself much more during my experience and became more patient. My semester abroad opened my eyes to different woks of life and I could not be more grateful. "

Lasell College
Past Review An Experience I Will Never Forget. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned how to adapt to a new culture and it was definitely worthwhile."

University of Hartford
Past Review Adventurous Semester Down Under WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I became a lot more independent and I learned how to organize time between going out with friends & studying for courses that were challenging. It definitely was a great experience because it also helped me to become more social and want to explore some more."

University of Hartford
Past Review Wine, Girls, Beaches, Views, Instagram, Post Malone, Frank Ocean, Bedroom WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"learned what relaxes me. I don't have to get drunk to enjoy things. Life has a lot of simple pleasures "

University of Hartford
Past Review An Amazing, Unforgettable Experience In The Land Down Under ! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned to get out of my comfort zone and emerge in a different culture that what I was used to. Very much worthwhile."

University of Hartford
Past Review 한국 보고싶어 (I Miss Korea!) WorldStrides Study Abroad in Seoul, South Korea

"I wouldn't trade my experiences for anything. I was critical of the US before coming to Korea, and being here made me more critical. It made me think more about where I wanted to end up in my future. I grew more confident, I learned to speak up more, and I learned not to place my self worth and value in someone else's hands. I l..."

Cottey College
Past Review Take Me Back WorldStrides Study Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

"It was the best experience of my life. I always knew I wanted to study abroad, but it was more than I expected. It allowed me to grow up and learn away from any familiarity. I had to learn how to save money and spend it wisely, how to learn from a new university with different expectations, how to ask for help, and how to handle..."

Western Washington University
Past Review A Life Made Of Gold: Life On The Gold Coast WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"If I could sum all of Australia up in one word, it would be unforgettable. Everything we did there, from scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef with TEAN, to going on adventures in the rainforest, to sunset dinner cruises and everything in between, it was all unforgettable. The friends I met and the lessons I learned are ones I won..."

University of Kentucky
Past Review Amazing! WorldStrides Study Abroad in London, England

"I am now more aware of others culture. "

University of Westminster
Past Review Well Dublin, I Like You A Lot. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dublin, Ireland

"I learned more about myself and others while independently experiencing new cultures. I gained new perspectives from being outside of the United States and thoroughly enjoyed being outside of my comfort zone. "

Lewis-Clark State College
Past Review Can't Believe It's Real WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"Studying abroad opens you to so many new things. Sights, friends, and memories you will never forget. It's an excursion of a lifetime you won't regret taking. Not only do you learn so much about your new home, but you learn an ton about yourself; something staying stationary will not do. Australia is full of beautiful places and..."

Lasell College