4.7 - 1989 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 Australia, Ireland, South Africa, and New Zealand.

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 1989 Reviews
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October 2, 2025
Past Review Adventure WorldStrides Study Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic

"i learned how to be an adult"

Berea College
Past Review An Adventure Of A Lifetime WorldStrides Study Abroad in Christchurch, New Zealand

"Studying abroad really pushed me out of my comfort zone and left me to really discover who I am as a person. It allowed me to understand and discover not only the culture of New Zealand but also the culture of my peers who were also international students. This experience led me to understand more about where I come from and how..."

Miami University
Past Review Not All Those Who Wander, Are Lost J. R. R. Tolkien WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"you learn how to travel, how to meet and talk to new people, and how to come out of your shell. "

Carnegie Mellon University
Past Review Life Changing Experience! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned how to live completely on my own, how to create a budget, and abide by that budget. I also gained more confidence in myself, improved my interpersonal skills, met some incredible people, and saw some of the most amazing sights in the world. I highly recommend going abroad if you ever get the chance, you won't regret th..."

Drew University
Past Review Abroad In Sydney!!!!! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"Studying abroad is 100% worth it. I absolutely loved every second of my experience in Australia. I learned a lot about myself and really how to live on my own...life gets difficult when mom and dad are on the other side of the world!!!"

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Past Review Trip Of A Lifetime! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Townsville, Australia

"I learned about different cultures, the people, the government. I learned how easy it is to open my eyes and look around at the beautiful world around me. I learned I could fall in love with everything and everyone. I grew up a lot, I became more independent, I was the happiest I have ever been in my life while I was in Australi..."

University of Maine - Orono
Past Review Dreaming About Returning To Kingston! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Reading, England

"I learned how to adapt to the British education system, such that I learned to teach myself. I also learned how to navigate London and appreciate all that British culture had to offer. I also learned a lot about myself while abroad and have obtain an desire to travel and explore more. I miss Kingston and London more than I th..."

Berea College
Past Review The Best Decision I Ever Made WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"You learn so much more than academics while you are abroad. You learn about cultures, food, people, yourself, and the world in a way that just can't be described. Nothing will ever compare to these four and a half months that I spent overseas and it was the most worthwhile experience I have ever been a part of."

Bryant University
Past Review The Best Decision Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"Not only did I build lifelong friendships abroad, but I also learned how cultures can vary around the world and how to adapt to different environments. This was the most amazing experience I have ever encountered. The people and places that I saw were truly amazing."

Griffith University
Past Review The Best Time Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned a lot about other cultures and other countries, however living abroad taught me a lot about myself which I found most important. "

Bryant University
Past Review Best Summer Of My Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Rome, Italy

"I learned how to adapt better to the people and culture around me like I never had before."

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review The Trip Of A Lifetime WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"I learned what it was like to life in a different culture and to step out of my comfort zone. I was almost never idle which led me to be the happiest I have been in a long time. "

Champlain College
Past Review The Best 5 Months Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"My experience abroad taught me to expect the unexpected. I never could have prepared for the adventure I undertook. I now know that you can never fully prepare for all that an adventure abroad as in store, and that is part of the magic of it all. It was the most worthwhile thing I ever did in my life."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review The Semester That Changed My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"Being aboard has taught me a lot of personal things about myself and brought in new changes to my life and the perspective on the world and people. The kind hearted people of New Zealand has spread it's love towards me and inspired me in all sorts of ways to grow as a person. Everyone that goes aboard will tell you that going ab..."

University of Hartford
Past Review Amazing! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Cusco, Peru

"I learned about the culture and history of the country. It was an experience that I will not forget."

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review An Amazing Indescribable Life Changing Experience WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"I gained experiences and memories that I would have never had the chance to if I didn't study abroad with TEAN. I met three of my now best friends on this trip. Everyone on the program, employees and students, were so friendly and we all formed such a special bond that I believe can only be achieved when studying abroad. This wa..."

Towson University
Past Review Life Changing Starting With New Perspectives! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

"Through the culture lived in Australia I learned to be more stress free. I learned to take time to explore and be more independent. The experience was amazing and I wish I could do it all over again."

University of Hartford
Past Review A Semester Of Self Reflection! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"It is hard to sum up in words the experience that I had abroad. I have realized that there is a feeling of change, the knowledge of self progress, and the urge to continue traveling within myself. Simply stated my experience abroad gave me the opportunity to learn more about myself, my capabilities, and how to trust my own decis..."

University of Hartford
Past Review No Worries Mate, Just Go! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"Oooooohhhh yeahhhhh it was worthwhile. It cost me a fair amount but it was totally worth every single 5 cent piece (Australia doesn't have pennies). Studying abroad will literally be the best time of your life so just do it! I really learned how to experience and appreciate other cultures and other people. I learned how to handl..."

University of Kentucky
Past Review A Semester That Changed My Entire Life And Perspective On Things. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"Really, the question should be "what didn't I gain?" I truly learned how to live on my own- cooking, cleaning, classes, traveling, budgeting, international housemates. I learned how to budget my time most effectively and I feel more prepared for the "real" world after I graduate. I know how to build relationships with people fro..."

University of Hartford
Past Review There And Back WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"Going abroad was definitely worthwhile, especially with TEAN. They helped me break out of my comfort zone and because of that I feel like a more confident and independent person. This experience helped me grow as a person and helped me get in touch with the adventure that I had been missing. "

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

"Studying abroad helped me grow more independent and helped me become more culturally aware of the world around me. Being able to watch american news while in Australia and to hear Australians comments on major issues gave me a unique perspective on how other parts of the world view some of the major issues america faces. I also ..."

University of Hartford
Past Review Awesome Australian Adventure WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned how to make friends in an environment where I knew no one and couldn't run home. I learned how to emerge myself in a different but similar culture"

University of Hartford
Past Review The Best Experience Of My Entire Life, So Happy To Have Studied Abroad WorldStrides Study Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

"I loved the experience of being tossed into a new environment and school and allowed to live like an adult and do what I want. The apartment was a great setup, my roommates were awesome, and the university was rigorous and challenging. I learned how mature I can be, reaffirmed my beliefs in certain aspects of myself and the worl..."

University of Hartford