About the author Hi! My name is Caroline Stone and I’m an English major at the University of Delaware! I studied Child Development and Education in Scandinavia at DIS Copenhagen in fall 2024. As a…
How much luggage should I bring? When preparing to study abroad with DIS in Stockholm or Copenhagen, we strongly recommend you bring only one large piece of luggage (within the weight restrictions of the airline) and…
Your first time traveling – whether it be domestically or internationally – can feel both exciting and overwhelming. To prepare yourself for your journey to Scandinavia, it is helpful to get acquainted with common travel…
Kathrina (she/her), compiled a list of her favorite affordable activities while studying abroad with DIS in Copenhagen. Before coming to Copenhagen, Kathrina did some research and knew that Copenhagen was continuously ranked as one of…
Money. A big factor of the study abroad experience. Studying abroad and all the academic, career, and personal development that comes with it is rewarding, but can also be pricey. It’s smart to have an…
Your semester abroad will be full of new and unknown experiences. It’s exciting! But the unknown can also be daunting. Read below to see what some of our Student Bloggers have discovered about themselves and…
Before you come abroad, you might be searching for some advice from students who have already experienced the study abroad journey. We’ve compiled excerpts from our Student Bloggers, sharing what they hoped to learn and…
Studying abroad is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming to balance your academics, social life, and the constant desire to explore. It is important to acknowledge that pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone…
Sometimes you need to take a leap of faith to reach your full potential. Kameo, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, studied abroad at DIS Stockholm in the summer of 2022. Read her reflections on breaking…
When you study abroad, you might find yourself sharing a kitchen and other co-living spaces with fellow students. Maddie, a former DIS student who came back to Copenhagen to work as a Housing Assistant, draws…
Feaven, University of Michigan, spent her summer between Stockholm and Copenhagen, participating in Summer Sessions 1, 2, and 3 with DIS. She shares her reflections on an unforgettable summer and her advice to future students.…
Copenhagen has many places throughout the city that are friendly to your wallet and present opportunities for meeting locals and other students. Read our recommendations for the many cafés and communities in Copenhagen below. Volunteer-driven…
Where do you go to study? We’ve compiled a list of our faves, recommended by other DIS students. Finding new study spots is great way to explore different parts of Copenhagen and do some class…
Good study spots are hard to come by. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of our favorites for you! Having new study spots to check out while studying abroad is a great way to explore different…
Going abroad does not mean you have to leave your extracurricular activities or passions behind. In fact, going the extra mile and finding out how you can play a sport, tutor, practice your religion, pursue…
Exploring Sweden is a great way to take a deep dive into local culture and history. There is so much to see and do that you’ll never find yourself without a new adventure! We’ve created…
Exploring Denmark is a great way to take a deep dive into Danish culture and history. Despite the country’s smaller size, there is so much to see and do that you’ll never find yourself without…
