DIS Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark

A non-profit study abroad foundation established in Denmark in 1959, DIS provides semester and academic year programs taught in English and offers high-impact learning experiences for upper-division undergraduate students. The intellectually challenging curriculum is broad, cutting edge, and enriched by experiential learning components, including faculty-led study tours across Europe.

It provides Reed students with opportunities for meaningful cultural engagement and personal growth, which is further enriched through housing and extracurricular offerings. DIS programs focus on a specific academic field or discipline such as neuroscience, European politics, justice and humans rights, psychology, sociology, sustainability, or urban studies.

Program Information

Terms Available: year, semester

Type of Program: Study Abroad

Languages of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisite: N/A

Credit Transfer System
- Typical course load: 15 credits (most courses are 3 credits /.75 Reed units)
- Units recorded in: semester hours
- Conversion to Reed units: 4 credits = 1 Reed unit
- Grading system: A - F
GPA Requirement: 3.0
Credits: 12-15
Other requirements: Must have completed two semesters of college.
Course Catalog

Application

Application Deadline: Fall/AY: April 1 | Spring: Oct 15
Program Application
Program website

Housing: Residence Dorm, Shared Apartment, Host Family, Independent Housing
DIS offers a variety of housing options at different price points, listed on their website within the "Tuition and Fees" section. Students can also opt out and find independent housing, however this does incur a fee.

Financial, Immigration

Cost to attend:

Reed College charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the program's actual room and board fees. Reed College encourages students to choose programs based on their academic rather than financial needs to reflect Reed's belief that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to study abroad.

Financial aid continues for eligible students during the off-campus program. Students should discuss with the Financial Aid Office how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package. Check out more details directly on the Reed College Financial Aid page.

Areas of Study

Announcements

Gilman Program Application Is Now Open!: Thinking about study abroad? Receive up to $5,000 (or up to $8,000 if you’re studying a Critical Need Language) to go abroad as a college student if you’re a U.S. citizen and Federal Pell Grant recipient! If you’re interested in conducting STEM-related research while studying or interning abroad, you could receive an additional $1,000 by applying for the new STEM supplemental award. The application closes March 7! Learn more at gilmanscholarship.org.

IIE American Passport Project: Annually, IIE will make grants to U.S. colleges and universities in the IIENetwork  so they can help Pell-eligible students obtain a U.S. passport. More information.

Off-Campus Programs in Israel and the West Bank: The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 4-Do not Travel advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, and airlines have canceled flights. Reed College off-campus programs in this region have been canceled for the spring term. Students considering off-campus programs in Egypt and Lebanon must contact the Director of International Programs.