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 3, 2025
Past Review Above And Beyond WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"My experience was above and beyond what I expected of the program. I have made friends from all walks of life that I will cherish forever. I now have a more complete understanding of the direction I am heading in for the future as I pursue a degree in International Development. I was able to take advantage of once in a lifetime ..."

Clemson University
Past Review The Best Semester Of My Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I matured a lot during my semester abroad because you learn how to survive on your own. You don't have your parents or friends back home to help you if you need help. Made me want to travel the world even more because it was such a great experience. "

Nichols College
Past Review An Experience I Will Always Cherish WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"So many personal experience that is so hard to explain in just this review. So worthwhile and amazing!"

San Diego State University
Past Review Best Decision I've Ever Made WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"Going abroad was the best decision I've ever made. I left with such a stronger sense of what I wanted in life. I'm a fairly busy student, and taking a semester to relax and just live through travel and meeting people gave me an opportunity to appreciate different things about life that I hadn't before because I was always so bus..."

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Past Review The Best Semester Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Newcastle, Australia

"I learned that I can survive on my own and that my future opportunities are not just in America, they are anywhere in the world I want to go. I learned so much about myself, a foreign culture, and even my own culture. I learned to appreciate life. Best experience of my life- thus far! "

University of Dayton
Past Review The Perfect Student City: Adventure Filled And Outdoorsy! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"Ever since I've been back, I've been describing my abroad experience as "an unforgettable adventure." Although it may sound cliché, my trip truly was unforgettable for countless reasons. Since UNH is only three hours away from my hometown, I never truly felt like I was stepping out of my comfort zone. Every state and most towns ..."

University of New Hampshire
Past Review What Can I Say? Get Out There! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Florence, Italy

"Every last minute of it was worthwhile. I gained lots of new friends and went on tons of new adventures. I think about it every day. It changed my life. Can't wait to get back on another flight to somewhere new."

Arizona State University
Past Review A Seoulful Journey WorldStrides Study Abroad in Seoul, South Korea

"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about myself I didn't know before and also gained many more things as a result as well. For example, I became more responsible and mature. I've learned not to be as rash and also to never give up and anything is possible when you put your mind to it!"

Rosemont College
Past Review Amazing! WorldStrides Study Abroad in London, England

"to live the moment, to enjoy life and to always be open to new experiences, new people, new food, new friends and love!"

Technologico de Monterrey / Monterrey Institute of Technology / ITESM
Past Review The Best Semester Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I learned who I am in this big world. And that I have a lot to learn. I'd do it over again a million times."

DePaul University
Past Review Absolutely Amazing, The Most Incredible 4 Months Of My Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"I learned so many things about myself and expanding my goals and reaching out to new people/situations. It was completely worthwhile. "

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Past Review The Tean Experience WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"I learned that I was far more capable than I ever thought. I took a big risk leaving home and traveling on my own for five months, and it helped me become much more of an independent adult. I met amazing people and had incredible experiences. I would do it again in a heartbeat!"

Drake University
Past Review The Phrase "Life Changing" Does A Disservice To Tean And Their China Program WorldStrides Study Abroad in Shanghai, China

"I learned to be more patient with other people and to appreciate aspects of all cultures. "

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Once In A Lifetime Opportunity! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"There's so much to learn about yourself and the world living in another country. You learn how to use public transportation to get around and travel, you learn to cook and enjoy different foods, you get a new appreciation of different cultures by meeting new people and so much more. My program directors went out of their way to ..."

University of Tampa
Past Review Interning In Chile With Globalinks WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"I learned a lot and had a lot of fun. I saw a lot of Chile. It was totally worth it and I would do it again"

University of Nebraska- Lincoln
Past Review Focus On Fun WorldStrides Study Abroad in London, England

"I learned to finally have fun and take it easy. The only reason why I would not do this program again is because I felt that I was not academically challenged, and although people say they don't go abroad for the education part of it, I think it was still important to me to have good classes. "

Wellesley College
Past Review An Important Step In Education. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Salamanca, Spain

"Other countries work far differently than the US. It was worthwhile."

Frostburg State University
Past Review Living In The Gold Coast Was The Best 4.5 Months Of My Life. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"My experience abroad was the absolute best. I got to live in a new place, meet new people from different cultures, and see places I never thought I would get to see. It opens up your eyes living somewhere else. You see the differences and similarities between cultures, and it allows you to bring new ideas you learned abroad back..."

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Living The Island Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Suva, Fiji

"It was 100% worthwhile. I learned how to be a lot more outgoing and look at new experiences with an open mind. The people who I have met will forever be a part of who I am."

Westminster College, PA
Past Review The Most Pleasantly Uncomfortable I've Ever Been WorldStrides Study Abroad in Shanghai, China

"China was by far the most removed from I've been from my traditions and culture throughout all of my travels. It seemed like everything was different to the last detail, and the adjustment was one of the bigger I've experienced. But that made for an amazing time and an experience that would be difficult to recreate. I learned..."

University of Cincinnati
Past Review Gong '13 WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"During my time abroad I learned countless lessons from how to be self-sufficent in a foreign country, to lessons on foreign culture while being immersed in all new things. It was very worthwhile and an amazing experience. "

University of Rhode Island
Past Review Take Me Back To Brisbane! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

"During my study abroad experience I learned how to live and adapt in a brand new environment. I gained lifelong friends and memories that will stick with me forever. This was without a doubt worthwhile. When people ask me for stories it's difficult to choose just one. Everyday was an adventure and I wish it wasn't over. "

The University of Queensland
Past Review Wonderful Experience With Tean (The Education Abroad Network) WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"I gained a broader perspective on the world and grew a lot as a person. It required me to push a lot of my boundaries and become much more outgoing and independent. It was a good experience to be able to travel around the country and immerse myself in the culture and the country. It was definitely worthwhile and TEAN makes it al..."

Hampshire College
Past Review Three Es: Educational, Exciting, Expensive WorldStrides Study Abroad in London, England

"I got to take a lot of great classes, learn from a different perspective, be part of the London comedy scene and actually integrate myself into the city. "

Sarah Lawrence College
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"I learned a lot about myself. The program allowed me to see things about myself that I never knew existed before. I changed. I evolved. Personal growth has become a priority to me. "

University of Nebraska- Lincoln