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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 Argentina, The Good, The Bad, And The Most Amazing Experiences I Have Lived. Universidad de Ciencias Empresariales y Sociales (UCES): Buenos Aires - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was the most worthwhile experience I have ever lived. I feel so much more aware of global events, and understand different cultures having met so many different international students, and have learned better study habits due to the difficulty of the classes."

San Jose State University
Past Review Be Smart Having Stupid Amounts Of Fun United International College( UIC): Zhuhai - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Do it. It will change you in ways you won't expect. "

Hamline University
Past Review I 20000% Recommend Ies Beijing! Beijing Foreign Studies University: Beijing - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes! My experience abroad was fantastic!! My IES friends and I all found ourselves wishing for another four months when the semester came to a close. I met amazing people, had great teachers, learned a lot a lot of Chinese. I would highly recommend the program to anyone interested in China or Chinese! The program is really well ..."

Barnard College
Past Review Great City, Great Campus, Decent Classes Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes, this is a great way to start exploring asia, so I loved it. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Great City, Great Campus, Decent Classes Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: Hong Kong - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes, this is a great way to start exploring asia, so I loved it. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Uni. Of Westminster Showed Me The Art World Of London University of Westminster: London - Study Abroad Semester or Year with an Optional Internship

"In London, I gained such an appreciation for the arts moreso than I had before. It taught me not to be scared in my field and that I can do anything. "

DePauw University
Past Review Canterbury: An Unforgettable Experience Canterbury Christ Church University: Canterbury - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"A better understanding of how to communicate with many groups of people from many different cultures."

Illinois State University
Past Review Spain: Trip Of A Lifetime University of Granada: Granada - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was a great experience!"

Sacred Heart Major Seminary
Past Review Business In Toulouse, France Toulouse Business School: Toulouse - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was worthwhile. I learned alot about myself and the host country and how to handle situations on your own."

San Jose State University
Past Review Aix En Provence Beautiful But Isolated Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France

"I learned to appreciate more of what I already have. The entire experience was a wake up call to get my life at home in order. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Experience Of A Lifetime. Intercultura Spanish Language School: Heredia and Samara - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Studying abroad impacted my cultural awareness because now I just want to study abroad everywhere! Instead of being a doctor in the states, I would much rather prefer being a doctor in a spanish-speaking country. "

Wingate University
Past Review Ireland: A Gorgeous Country Where Anything Is Possible And Where I Had The Time Of My Life. University of Limerick: Limerick - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I had the time of my life and learned so much and met so many people that I will never forget. I learned a lot not only in class but about myself and life. I loved every minute of being in Ireland and made the most of every opportunity while abroad."

DePauw University
Past Review Independence And Cooking Skills Learned In Milan Made Me A Better Person Universita degli studi di Milano: Bicocca - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I am infinitely more informed on Italian politics, food, culture, history, sports, people, immigration, and the list goes on and on. I have become more Independent, an accomplished cook, bilingual,and a more outgoing person in general. I thank the Milan program for helping me become who I now am."

Pacific Lutheran University
Past Review Loved New Zealand And Would Go Back Again! Victoria University of Wellington: Wellington - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"very. I Loved it! Would go back in a heart beat if I could!!!!"

Pennsylvania State University - Altoona
Past Review Aberdeen: Academically Satiated University of Aberdeen: Aberdeen - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"As stated before, I would not trade my academic abroad experience for another. However, I would have liked to travel other places throughout Europe to further broaden my horizons and global outlook. "

DePauw University
Past Review Iceland: Where Dreams Come True University of Iceland: Reykjavík - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Yes, everything was great. The academics were rewarding, I learned a lot about myself, I learned a lot about other people and cultures, and I really have no complaints! I plan on returning in the future for a longer period of time. I also feel more globally minded, having met so many people from various countries and establishin..."

Hamline University
Past Review Study Abroad In Cork: Memorable Experiences University College Cork: Cork - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"It was undoubtedly worthwhile. I learned more about international issues and am aware of problems outside of the U.S. I found out more about myself and who I want to be as I get older. I am already looking forward to the next time I can visit Cork, Ireland."

Past Review Paris Was An Experience Of Lifetime! Paris College of Art: Paris - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Most Definitely!"

SMFA - School of the Museum of Fine Arts
Past Review Drinking In Derry?? Ulster University - Belfast: Northern Ireland - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"Despite the lack of socialization without drinking and lower standards in class...I really did love my experience in Derry :)"

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