Direct Enrollment/Exchange
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange is a program provider offering 1869 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Graduate Program, High School, Research, Online Program, TEFL Courses, and Adventure Travel abroad programs in 121 countries such as Spain, International Summer Schools, Turkey, and Slovakia.
Below you will find a directory of foreign universities and reviews from students who participated in an exchange, or in direct enrollment.
In a Direct Enrollment program, students have the option of applying directly to the university they wish to attend abroad. Students can go for either one or two semesters and apply using that university's application process listed for international students. Sometimes these students are called Visiting Students, Guest Students or Free Movers. At the foreign university, they will be supported by the university's office of international students, housed with other international students and have the opportunity not only to immerse in a foreign culture, but to do so with students from all over the world.
In an Exchange, you attend a foreign university and a foreign student attends your home university, a student swap for a semester or year. Your university will handle the details of the exchange, you just need to find the ideal foreign university. Hopefully the listings and reviews below can help you down that path. You will need to contact your university's study abroad department or your academic advisor for details on the exchange because the number of valid/active exchange partners may be very limited.
Study Abroad with Direct Enrollment/Exchange
"I learned a lot about myself as I lived (alone) in a new culture and made new friends. I totally recommend long-term immersion in another culture, its hard and terrifying but totally worth it."
Leah F Wellesley College
"From associating with Irish culture, I've learned how to relax. I also better appreciate the academics at my home university, though it was of great academic value for me to see another perspective on my own discipline in Ireland. Being an international student was interesting also because it made me understand the way internati..."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned about life in other countries and made friends from all over the world. I had the chance to travel across Europe and see so many things I could never have imagined. I would consider the experience completely worthwhile."
David L University of Connecticut
"I did a lot of travelling solo, which really upped my self-confidence. I also made some amazing friendships that I have every intention of making last forever. "
Erin W University of Maine - Orono
"I learned that the world is not as scary as the news stations and your mother make it out to be. People in general are friendly, and helpful, and interesting. I found an appreciation for information and stories and people that are not American. I found a love for the world. "
Jaclyn V University of Miami
"A better cultural understanding. Awesome friends from all over the world. Understanding of Living in a city. It was one of the most important parts of my life."
Evan L University of Maine - Orono
"I learned a lot about a new culture, and how I could use their outlooks on life in my own life. I also learned a lot about myself, gained confidence, and became way more independent than I was when I first arrived. This experience was totally worthwhile. I met some incredibly wonderful people and formed bonds that will last in t..."
A student DeSales University
"While here, I learned a great deal about different education systems and the various differences between UK and US culture. I met so many people and made great friends in the process. It was certainly an experience I am glad I did."
A student The College of New Jersey
"yes people are very interested in different cultures unlike their own "
A student The College of New Jersey
"Goodness, I learned SO much from my experience abroad. I learned so much about South African culture, a lot of European countries' cultures, and people around the world. I learned what it's like to not have water nor electricity for hours. I learned how to love people deeper and wider, and how to appreciate every small detail of..."
Carly K Baylor University
"This is much too difficult to sum up in a small text box, but it was an experience I will cherish for the rest of my life and it was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"I gained a much more intimate knowledge of German culture, language, and everyday life, and I got to travel around the country and see things I'd dreamed of for years. It's an wonderful country filled with wonderful people, wonderful food, and wonderful sports. The environment nearly made up for a dismal educational experience i..."
Conner M Baylor University
"I learned how to start a life in a foreign country, travel around Europe using budget airlines, maneuver Spanish government office hours, find good wine for under 4Euros, play the cajón for a Flamenco street band, and connect with people from all over the world. Yes, it was worthwhile."
Hannah S University of Oregon
"It was my first time to live abroad, and it did give me a lot from study to living experience."
A student Beijing Language and Culture University / BLCU
"Independence. Problem solving skills. I am more personable now. Many amazing friendships! A different view of the world, my home country and a broader perspective of everything. "
Haylee H Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"I gained invaluable confidence from putting myself into a new situation and succeeding. I also gained some of my most valued friends that I will keep in touch with for a long time."
A student Emory University
"I traveled to 16 countries while I was there, so I got to experience lots of different cultures."
A student Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"I definitely gained more fluency and a greater understanding of cultural differences. I wholeheartedly believe it was completely worthwhile, even with the things I didn't like so much!"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how to deal with ambiguity, be more outgoing and accepting of other people, and some other things. But most importantly to enjoy the little things that life gives us."
Ashley J Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
"It was 110% worthwhile. It was a trip of a lifetime and i learned so much about myself, other cultures and ways of life. Parts were challenging but that's where the growth came in. I gained confidence in making friends, food, travel plans and how to take on new experiences. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I got a chance to spend more time with other European students, which I missed while being in my home university. I saw a different education system and different campus life. I enjoyed it greatly. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"The best experience I have had in my twenty years alive. Extremely worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence and learned a new language, about a new culture and met so many people."
Abrar E The College of New Jersey
"It gave me a lot of confidence. I learned a lot about myself. Such as, I can make it through difficult situations. "
Renée M The College of New Jersey
"It was an extremely rewarding experience to study in Spain. Day to day being submersed in the language and culture I was able to better comprehend and become a part of the spanish way of life. I greatly increased my spanish speaking abilities and have had the incomparable experience of meeting many Europeans in my travels."
Christina G The College of New Jersey
"I learned to be much more independent. I also learned how to travel alone. It taught me a lot about myself and helped me to grow as a person."
Taylor L University of Connecticut
