DIS Copenhagen - an unforgettable experience September 23, 2026
By Sydney F (Neurobiology, Neurosciences, Brandeis University) - abroad from 01/17/2026 to 05/14/2026 with
DIS Copenhagen: Semester
I learned so much about myself; how independent I can be, how extroverted I am when called for, how I like to spend my time, and how to travel on my own. I also learned so much about the cultural differences, and have come home with newfound understanding of social/shared welfare, community and trust, and work-life balance.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Courses were a bit of a break from the rigor of Brandeis, but included wonderful experiential learning opportunities not offered here at home! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I adored living in Amager, I was 15 min from the city center and right on the bus route! |
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Get ready to practice some cooking--eating out is expensive! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
DIS is a bit of a bubble, but depending on your housing and living situation, it's pretty easy to break out of. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
The safest I have ever felt, anywhere, regardless of the time of day. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
I absolutely loved studying abroad in Copenhagen! DIS does a great job of preparing students and providing everything we need to be successful abroad, including incredible experiential learning and in-class travel opportunities. There is something in Copenhagen for everyone, whether you’re into arts and culture, nature, architecture, history, food, and more! |
Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
Very much dependent on how you spend your time outside of class. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Cook! Save ahead of time! Utilize scholarships through Brandeis and DIS. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Spanish over 100 levels--no Danish |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I was so terribly nervous before I left, but I now know that I really am capable of handling pretty much anything thrown my way, even while abroad; I just had to learn how to navigate using resources and support systems either from afar or that I was unfamilliar with. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
