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Direct Enrollment/Exchange

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.

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November 5, 2026
Past Review Best Summer Experience Hands Down, Time Flew By Too Unbelievably Fast! Yunnan University: Kunming - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Where do I start!? It was my introduction to China so I learned so much about China in general as well as the country's environmental issues and how it's connected to politics, social issues, etc. Additionally, I now have a completely different perspective on the Greater Mekong Subregion. I met with officials from organizations ..."

Lafayette College
Past Review London By Sea University of Sussex: Brighton - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I really enjoyed my time during exchange. Brighton is a beautiful city and plenty to do! I have made friends from all over Europe, which I was not expected! There are at least 40% of international students in the UK at their universities so it is very hard to just "hang" with locals. I have learned the different teach styles and..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Fell In Love With China! Beijing Foreign Studies University: Beijing - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Not only did my language skills improve, but being a foreigner in China gave me a lot of opportunities to teach others about America. I was able to be a proud ambassador for the United States. I also learned that the media and history books paint us all as completely different people; but even in China, high school boys will ha..."

University of the Pacific
Past Review Experience Of A Life Time! American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"I learned so much while living in Dublin for a month! I learned about culture, history, sports, language, and went so many different places in Ireland. I was so happy I took adventure of every opportunity and adventured to different places and met a lot of people. It was most definitely worthwhile and I would do the trip all o..."

Mount St. Mary's University
Past Review Korea Is The Hidden Gem Of The World! Yonsei University at Wonju: Yonsei Global Village Program

"I have learned that there are people out there who still truly respect and care for people as a whole. Koreans have an inert bond between every other Korean that causes them to fight and strive for the best 100% of the time. I also learned that my family is very proud of me and that I really missed them when I was gone. I also m..."

St. Cloud State University
Past Review I Had A Great Time SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained a greater understanding of how different the outlook on life is abroad. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Incredible University of Hong Kong / HKU: Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was very interesting to be in China during this time in history and I was so happy I got to travel around China. "

Bentley University
Past Review The Best 4 Months University of Barcelona: Barcelona - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"GSE truly made my experience abroad the time of my life. From the program director, Inma, to the trips and cultural activities that we did with the group, I loved every second of my time in Barcelona! "

University of California - Santa Barbara
Past Review Challenging Experience Abroad That I Would Not Recommend But Will Remember University of Otago, New Zealand: Study Abroad Programme

"I gained an understanding of the world around me but felt very trapped on the island. "

Middlebury College
Past Review Ireland's Great Craic! University College Dublin: Dublin - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned how to navigate a new place by myself and to take advantage of everything around me, especially asking for help when you need it. The experience was definitely worthwhile."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Awesome Time In London! King's College London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Deeper understandings of cultural divisions"

Middlebury College
Past Review Amazing. Universidad de Pompeu Fabra (UPF): Barcelona - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Definitely worthwhile and I learned about the culture and history of Catalonia."

Bentley University
Past Review Take Me Back! American College Dublin: Irish Language & Culture Program

"I grew up a lot. Worthwhile doesn't begin to cover it "

Bentley University
Past Review Studying Abroad In Australia: Incredible The University of New South Wales: Sydney - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was very worth while. I learned how to fully emerge myself in a culture that is quite different then our own. I also learned how to be patient with the differences between American and Australian culture"

Middlebury College
Past Review Best Experience Ever Copenhagen Business School: Copenhagen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Gained a lot of cultural insight and was able to see a different side of the world. It was very worthwhile"

Bentley University
Past Review Singapore The New Melting Pot! National University of Singapore: Singapore - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"From this experience abroad, I grew personally and professionally. I have witnessed a wide range of cultures and the differences in them. It is very interesting to learn about the locals and their traditions. I became more accepting and respectful of the different cultures that I was exposed to. Not only that, I was able to see ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Cork Is The Best. University College Cork: Cork - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"About how other countries view America as a whole. I learned that it's okay to take it slow and appreciate the little things. It was completely worth my while. "

Wellesley College
Past Review It Was Amazing!!!!!!!! University of Wollongong: Wollongong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned so much while I was in Australia! It was worth every penny!"

University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse
Past Review Amazing And Indescribable Uppsala University: Uppsala - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I gained friends from all around the world, and multiple cultures. I gained a love for other viewpoints and an open mine. I have a yearning to travel and experience other cultures. I gained some of my best friends who I still talk to everyday. I learned more about myself and they type of person I am and want to be. "

Illinois State University
Past Review Best 4 Months Of My Life Studying Abroad Copenhagen Business School: Copenhagen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Well traveled, cultured, and in general, I am a more accepting and open person. I am also more independent!"

Bentley University
Past Review Amazing University of Hertfordshire: Hatfield - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was extremely worth it. Regardless of the few bad days or a few things that did not fulfill my expectations, the overall experience was something that I will never regret and would do it all over again! The people I met from all over the world, the things I did, the places I visit, the friends I've made, it was just such an a..."

Kansas State University
Past Review Best Time Of My Life! Study At Lancaster University Lancaster University: Lancaster - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Study abroad really taught me what I am capable of. I am much more resourceful and open-minded than I was before. Study abroad challenges you to step out of your comfort zone and establish a life on your own. I loved every moment of it. I wish I could be back there. "

Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Past Review 1 Chatham Row. University College Dublin: Dublin - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learned how to truly live on my own. Learned how to travel efficiently and effectively. Learned how to integrate myself with people who I (for the most part) cannot relate to at all."

Bentley University
Past Review Best Last Semester Of My College Career! Lorenzo de' Medici – Florence

"Italian culture, food and being independent!"

Illinois State University
Past Review A Valuable Cultural, Social, And Academic Experience. University of St. Andrews: St. Andrews - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I learned a lot about my study habits and what type of teaching I enjoy. I also learned how to navigate a much different social scene than I was used to. I think the opportunity to gain these skills was worthwhile"

Middlebury College