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 Happy In Spain! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Málaga, Spain

"It really opened my eyes to a different culture and allowed me to truly immerse myself in the language. I now hope to work with international exchange students in the hope that I can help provide a great experience similar to what I had."

Boise State University
Past Review Life Changing WorldStrides Study Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic

"Absolutely"

San Francisco Art Institute
Past Review Living In Granada: The Best Experience Of My Life Yet WorldStrides Study Abroad in Granada, Spain

"Yes. It was such a good experience living and bonding with my home-stay mates and just roaming around the city. Especially coming from a rural background, the study abroad gave me a much more expansive experience."

Wesleyan University
Past Review Paris: Better Without A Home Stay WorldStrides Study Abroad in Paris, France

"Got to know Paris better, got better at French"

University of Saint Thomas
Past Review Costa Rica: A Much Needed Kick To My Life That I Will Never Forget! Pura Vida! WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"While there were some things I was not happy about, looking back I wouldn't change a thing. After all, I wasn't there to have a vacation; I was there to have a life experience. I now think it should be required for all students to study abroad at some point during their college careers, because everyone I know who has gone abroa..."

The College of New Jersey
Past Review Peru: The Country I Fell In Love With WorldStrides Study Abroad in Cusco, Peru

"Definitly yes!!! I just wish I could have gone for longer. The experience definitely broadened my cultural awareness."

University of Northern Colorado
Past Review Studying Abroad In Madrid With Isa Was The Best Experience Of My Life! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Madrid, Spain

"I gained another perspective on practices of living life. I am much more culturally aware and interested in foreign affairs. I hope to utilize my knowledge and experience gained in my career as a nurse practitioner when dealing with patients of other cultures. "

Yale University
Past Review Valencia Stole My Heart. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Valencia, Spain

"Absolutely."

Colorado State University
Past Review Lima, Peru: Adventure, Challenge, And Excitement For Learning WorldStrides Study Abroad in Lima, Peru

"I now understand what it is like to interact with others in a second language. I was challenged working in a group with non-English speakers in my university. I often found it difficult to get my personality through in Spanish because I was still learning. I am much more excited about my future now. It inspired me to apply to th..."

University of Redlands
Past Review Sevilla: Well Worth The Trip WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sevilla, Spain

"Studying abroad has changed my opinions of living abroad. It is no longer some pipe dream, it is something that I did and gained much from. Since returning I have thought about Spain every day and will be returning in September. "

Temple University
Past Review Barcelona: An Experience I Never Wanted To End WorldStrides Study Abroad in Barcelona, Spain

"Absolutely! This experience was the best experience of my life and I will never forget it. I am still close to several of my friends who studied abroad with me and I have since been back to Barcelona!"

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review La Experiencia Más Incredible De Mi Vida: Málaga, España. WorldStrides Study Abroad in Málaga, Spain

"YES! I absolutely fell in love with the city, and know that I will be back someday, as more than just a student or tourist. I know that I definitely want to incorporate the spanish language into my career in someway or another. It brought out a desire in me to continue my travels and explore other cultures as well."

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Past Review The Great People Of Tolkien's Imagination WorldStrides Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand

"Anytime you are forced to go out and put yourself out there you learn a lot about yourself. Studying away is definitely worth it."

Pacific Lutheran University
Past Review La República Dominicana: Visitando Mis Hermanos WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"My study abroad experience was most definitely worthwhile. I learned about the people, the language, and the culture. My future plans have not changed, but my love and concern for my latino brothers and sisters has deepened. "

Towson University
Past Review The Other Santiago Improve Your Spanish And Cultural Awareness In The Dominican Republic!" WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"It was amazing to not only see, but learn to adapt to another culture. It showed me that I would be fine living abroad, there are some difficult situations but the experience is well worth it. "

University of Florida
Past Review Paris: The Best Experience Of My Life WorldStrides Study Abroad in Paris, France

"One of the most professional companies I have worked with; Amazing experience."

Austin College
Past Review How Chile Changed My Life!!!!!!! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Valparaíso/Viña del Mar, Chile

"Wow, I have learned to become more independent and how to rely on myself and became less co-dependent in the process. I've also matured and learned a lot of Spanish."

Towson University
Past Review My Semester In Rome! WorldStrides Study Abroad in Rome, Italy

"I grew so much as a person studying abroad and wouldn't change this experience for anything."

University of Iowa
Past Review Morocco: Blowing Minds For Centuries....Can You Handle It? WorldStrides Study Abroad in Meknes, Morocco

"Studying in Morocco with ISA created such an immense global understanding of a completely alternate culture than I was used to. This global understanding created a sense of confidence in myself and gave me a HUGE leg up on my peers in the post-collegiate job market. This one experience ignited a passion for travel and ended up l..."

Trine University
Past Review Studying In Australia= A Life Changing Experience WorldStrides Study Abroad in Sydney, Australia

"Much more culturally aware now, and have a greater understanding of how the rest of the world views Americans. Learned a lot about myself and gained a lot of confidence in my own independence. "

Towson University
Past Review Santander: An Authentic Spanish Experience At The Beach WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

"My time abroad changed me completely. I can now speak Spanish, I keep up with Spanish news and events, I have added another major to include an international spectrum, myself and many of the friends I made while abroad plan on returning to Santander in 5 years for a reunion. "

Ramapo College
Past Review Paris: Lonely In A City Full Of People WorldStrides Study Abroad in Paris, France

"Yes, though mostly because of a family friend who lives in Paris, and not because of the program itself. "

The College of New Jersey