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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 Freiburg Is A Unique Cool Place Uni Admin? Bane Of My Existence University of Freiburg: Freiburg - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Learned a lot about being the 'odd one out' and not having the best local language skills. Gained experience living alone and dealing with 'loneliness' in a foreign place (very hard). Overall I'd say it was worthwhile, pandemic parts of it sucked however."

University of Alberta - Outbound
Past Review An Experience Unmatched By None. Sant'Anna Institute: Sorrento - Live, Learn and Immerse in Italy

"I learned so much about other people and myself. Yes 100% worthwhile. "

University of North Carolina - Wilmington
Past Review Crying In Radcam: A Nine Hour Saga Worcester College, University of Oxford - Visiting Students Program

"I learned efficient reading/research strategies that helped me produce phenomenal literature within a tight schedule. The brevity of the term tested by entire bodily ability to sustain itself, and that pressure is an old friend, but I learned how to work through my writing bit by bit instead of wholesale. The tutorial system all..."

Wellesley College
Past Review Great Experience, Learnt A Lot! Study Arabic at The American University in Cairo

"I improved my laguage, work management and social skills. It was definitely worth it!"

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore / Unicatt
Past Review It Is Wonderful And Life Changing Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I learned about different culture as I was exposed to many internationals and this changes my perspectives to many things. "

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Worth Taken Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I have learned how to respect other mentalities as there are many internationals up there."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Enriching Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I improved my cultural awareness and intercultural competence since the community is diverse."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review A Decent Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Yee"

The American University in Cairo
Past Review An Experience I Will Always Cherish. Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I learnt how to better adjust to a new environment, and to better communicate with the locals."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review I Liked Auc Community Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Leadership skills Hard work teamwork many and many other things"

The American University in Cairo
Past Review An Opportunity To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"The more I learn about Egypt, the more I realize that I don't know much about the world and myself. I am grateful for all my experiences because ultimately, they will allow me to develop me into a better individual."

College of Charleston
Past Review Amazing Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Fun"

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Amazing Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"AUC is just a whole different experience which brings the best out of you!"

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Wonderful Experience! Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I've gained so much during my time in Egypt. I highly recommend studying at AUC."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review An Algerian At Auc Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Of course, I learnt a lot about the culture and I am improving in terms of leadership and academia "

The American University in Cairo
Past Review It Was An Amazing Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Having to study abroad is quite challenging but the experience of living outside your comfort zone is worth it. "

Past Review Very Good Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"how to interact in a multi-dynamic environment"

Past Review From Paris To Cairo For Study Abroad At Auc Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Though my experiences with the administrative aspects of AUC haven't been the smoothest or most forthcoming, I came to AUC for the stellar course selection (Anthropology and Linguistics) and have fallen in love with my studies and my professors, all while improving my Arabic and getting to explore Egyptian culture. I would defin..."

American University of Paris
Past Review An Amazing Cultural Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"The most valuable experience I've had in Egypt is with the local culture. Both studying and living here are completely different to anything I have previously experienced and I have had a great time getting to learn about the local culture and customs. It has definitely been an amazing experience and I am very happy I ended up g..."

University of Twente
Past Review Foreign Yet Familiar Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"Yes!! I have met so many different people and learned so much. The experience here at the AUC is very unique and I'm very glad to be part of it. Most instructors are really friendly and eager to help. The students, and Egyptians in general, are extremely welcoming."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review To New Experiences Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"i learned that self care is important. and people can make or break your study abroad experience, so choose your friends carefully. "

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Amazing Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"How to be independent"

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Unique Experiece Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"AUC campus is a whole melting pot! You get to experience a ton of new cultures and at the same time learn about the Egyptian culture. The professors care about your education and try to help you as much as possible. Cairo as a city is wonderful with so much to see and do! AUC offers clubs and activities for everyone ( robotics, ..."

The American University in Cairo
Past Review Life Changing Cultural Experience Study Abroad in Egypt at the American University in Cairo

"I learned a lot in the classroom, and enjoyed my classes a lot. The cultural experience was the best part, and the thing I learned and grew the most from. It led to interesting friendships that I will carry with me when I leave, and many off-campus experiences helped further my understanding of concepts, ideas, and histories I w..."

Gettysburg College