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!

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OVERALL RATING 4.7
Based on 1989 Reviews
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October 3, 2025
Past Review Australia: When Can I Go Back WorldStrides Internships in Australia

"It was amazing, however like I have mentioned several times early the Australearn advisor was horrible I beleive her name was Michelle (not from SCSU). She told us to go to a terrible area of town and some students even seen her and her boyfriend half naked as they when into their room about to do the dirty deed very unproffesio..."

St. Cloud State University
Past Review My Semester Down Under WorldStrides Study Abroad in Townsville, Australia

"I enjoyed learning about life in another country, and it was particularly interesting for me as a science major to see animals and marine life that we don't have in the U.S. "

University of Maine at Orono
Past Review Studying On The Great Barrier Reef Australia! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Townsville, Australia

"I really gained alot of personal achievements abroad. Being totally submerged into a foreign country really tested my independence on so many levels. I can now relate to another country and another culture. I find that so interesting! I really miss it already! The academics have helped me keep an open mind to learning in my curr..."

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review New Zealand: Made Me Grow And Change In A Great Way. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

"It was very worth while! I gained confidence in myself. I was able to bring back more information about New Zealand ( I didn't realize how many people didn't even know where it was)"

Cardinal Stritch University
Past Review My Time With Interstudy In London Changed My Life Forever! WorldStrides Study Abroad in London, England

"My experience abroad allowed me a deeper understanding and appreciation of different cultures. My time with Interstudy and at Goldsmiths changed my academic interest and future plans, as the result of my amazing time with Interstudy and Goldsmiths I transferred universities and am currently finishing up my BA degree in England a..."

Washington State University - Pullman campus
Past Review Fremanltle: For The Adventurous, Laid Back Type! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Perth, Australia

"I gained such an awareness for different cultures and a tolerance of different people and personalitites in general. It taught me to be open to different experiences, people and opportunities."

Drake University
Past Review The Education Abroad Network Changed My Life. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I have lived in the Midwest my entire life and haven't really left. Seeing other parts of the world and getting to meet people from all over the world changed my life. I am so different and cultured now. Even just becoming best friends with American students from all over the US changed me. Not to mention all the friends I made ..."

University of Iowa
Past Review Auckland City: The Best, Yet Underrated Study Abroad Experience WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"This experience made me open my eyes to the realization that we liv in a global society. I am more open to understanding different cultural norms and qualities that, had I not experienced this, I would have never been able to understand. I got to know myself a lot better, and this has given me the reasoning and motivation to do ..."

University of Southern California
Past Review Studying Abroad In New Zealand Was Mind Blowing, Go For It! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"It was absolutely worth it. I took all international business classes ( because i am a business major ) and it was amazing seeing my country from a different perspective. The out side in effect was there and it was awesome. It was great to see how other countries run there businesses, how american companies adjust to new setting..."

University of North Dakota
Past Review New Zealand: Cultural Awareness WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"This experience has definitely opened my eyes to how many different types of people there are and of the variety and range of cultural backgrounds that exist here in New Zealand. "

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Past Review Take Me Back! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

"I think I have made it obvious how obsessed I am with my program and how much I love Australia- I have defintely gained new perspectives and matured significantly. Everyone told me going abroad would change my life and I can honestly say that is an understatement. My academic plans havn't changed much but I know now I want to ..."

Providence College
Past Review Isa Valencia Is The Ideal Study Abroad Program. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Valencia, Spain

"yea I learned a lot of Spanish, met great new people, and experienced a new culture firsthand."

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Past Review Thailand: Infinite New Experiences WorldStrides Study Abroad in Bangkok, Thailand

"Yes! This was one of the most important things I chose to do during my undergraduate studies. Southeast Asia is an often overlooked area of the world, but it is one of the most interesting. Home to several emerging economies, some monarchies and democracies, and sandwiched between India and China, studying in any country in S..."

Birmingham-Southern College
Past Review Challenge New Zealand: Kiwis Love Adventure! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand

"I gained experience in leadership that was invaluable. I gained an understanding of how to continually challenge myself and solidified my values by putting things such as courage to the test. Most of all, try new things and don't knock something until you try it. You never know what great thing's you're capable of, so don't c..."

University of North Dakota
Past Review Best Experience Ever, Could Not Have Done It Without Tean! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"The people that you meet and encounter really impact and change your views on life. I made many friends from many places and all of them impacted me in different ways. It was also interesting having the opportunity to go to Fiji with my program. We spend some time at the local village and got to see how they live day to day. ..."

Marietta College
Past Review Live, Learn And Love Paris WorldStrides Study Abroad in Paris, France

"My experience was absolutely worthwhile. I was nervous to go abroad, especially for an entire semester, but the experience taught me about myself and my life style. Living in another culture really teaches you about yourself and how you relate to the world. It opens your mind to a new way of life and living that will change you ..."

Past Review An Unforgettable Trip Down Under WorldStrides Study Abroad in Melbourne, Australia

"I think I became more independent and learned how to travel on my own. It was definitely a worthwhile experience, one that I would never trade. "

Tufts University
Past Review Salamanca: A Beautiful City Worth Returning To WorldStrides Study Abroad in Salamanca, Spain

"Study abroad made me more determined than ever to travel once I graduate. I loved Salamanca and want to go back, possibly to stay there for a few years. I loved learning about a new culture that had so many similarities (like school, work) and differences (like no sweet potato! and a lot more walking)"

Vermont State University
Past Review New Zealand: Never A Dull Moment WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"I was more than happy with my experience and wish it may have lasted even a bit longer. It helped me appreciate other cultures more and learn about different ways and slang. I gained knowledge, more interests and friends. It also helped push me to learn how to adapt on my own for the future. I have always liked traveling, bu..."

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Past Review Spain WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sevilla, Spain

"Yes, very worthwile but many things I would have like to be different"

Saint Anselm College
Past Review Gold Coast, Australia: An Experience Of A Life Time! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Gold Coast, Australia

"I enjoyed pretty much every second of my program. Besides the high cost of living, everything else was wonderful. If you get the opportunity to partake in such an experience, I would absolutely recommend Gold Coast."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Sevilla: Makes You Appreciate Everything Life Has To Offer. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sevilla, Spain

"My study abroad experience was 100% worth it. I wish I had decided to study abroad for 1 year. I feel after being abroad I have a better understanding of different cultures and places in Europe. I feel like I grew as a person and matured a lot and I am more independent. I want to go back to Europe again and travel as much as I c..."

University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Past Review Encouraged Me To Be Independent, Definetly A Memory I Will Remember Forever WorldStrides Study Abroad in Rome, Italy

"Yes, I loved my time abroad and thought it was something that every student should have the opportunity to experience. "

Saint Anselm College
Past Review Crazy Beautiful Wonderful, Costa Rica WorldStrides Study Abroad in San José, Costa Rica

"It was a wonderful experience no doubt. It taught me that the littlest things can have the biggest impact, it taught me to take chances, and try things I've never even thought to try. This is corny, but there will always be a special place in my heart for Costa Rica."

Trinity University