Program Overview 

DIS is located in the very center of Copenhagen. Within walking distance you’ll find the main universities and research libraries of the country; parliament, government offices, European Union agencies, and Denmark’s Central Bank; superb art collections and national museums; the national research hospital; the Royal Theater; the national media; and Danish and international company headquarters. As a DIS student, you have privileged access to these resources for a strong hands-on complement to the classroom learning. DIS has been around since 1959. Among alumni and partners, DIS has a reputation of being intense, demanding and rewarding, and of providing a challenging educational environment in a full-service framework.

Program Focus

DIS is a specialized Danish institution offering study abroad programs in English for primarily American university students in their third or fourth year of study, with credit transfer to their home school. Altogether, some 160 American and other universities and colleges constitute the DIS network of partner schools.

DIS has been around since 1959. Among alumni and partners, DIS has a reputation of being intense, demanding and rewarding, and of providing a challenging educational environment in a full-service framework.

Semester: DIS offers fall and spring semesters. is a specialized Danish institution offering study abroad programs in English for primarily American university students in their third or fourth year of study, with credit transfer to their home school. Altogether, some 160 American and other universities and colleges constitute the DIS network of partner schools.

Summer: Most summer programs come as a package, but students may study a wide variety of subjects through DIS. Take courses in English, related to your major, and enjoy Europe as your classroom.
 

FACT SHEET
Education Abroad Advisor	Make an appointment with Rachel Landers at any time!
Get Started	Attend or watch an Ed Abroad 101 Session
Program Provider	DIS - Danish Institute for Study Abroad
Program Dates	Current DIS Summer Calendar Current DIS Semester Calendar
Areas of Study	Explore the courses offered on this program (Semester) Explore the courses offered on this program (Summer) This program is a good fit for the following majors: Architecture Biology Business Child and Family Studies Community Development Community Health Design Economics Education Environmental Sciences European Studies Film  Graphic Design Health Studies History Humanities International Studies Journalism Law Literature Photography Political Science Psychology Sociology Urban Studies and Planning Most Majors
Credits	Fall: Students enroll in a minimum 16 quarter credits Spring: Students enroll in a minimum of 24 quarter credits Summer: Students enroll in 3 to 9 semester credits, which equates to 5 to 14 quarter credits per session, depending on the session offerings. Please read credit offerings carefully. .
Capstone Option	Reporting Live Capstone is available during the Fall or Spring terms
Language of Instruction	English, Danish
Host Country Language	Danish
Housing	Apartment, Homestay (excludes summer), Residence Hall, Kollegium
Class Standing Eligibility	Sophomore Junior Senior Post-Baccalaureate
Minimum GPA Requirements	3.00 Must be in Satisfactory Academic Standing.
Language Requirement	No previous language study required
Program Fee	Click here to view the DIS Program Fee
PSU Fees	Click here to view PSU Fees Application Fee: All applications include a $50 non-refundable fee due on the application deadline. Students who do not intend to complete a program application are required to withdraw before the deadline, otherwise, the $50 application fee will be assessed to the students' account.
Scholarships	DIS automatic institutional discounts for PSU students: $5,000 per semester  $500 per student per 3-credit (5 quarter credit) summer session   $500 per student per 4-credit (6 quarter credit) summer session  $1500 per student per 7-week summer Architecture & Design Program Pell Grant Recipients: Gilman Scholarship - worth up to $5,000 during the summer and $5,000 during the year! Study Abroad Scholarships:  PSU Education Abroad Scholarship Scan Design Foundation Additional DIS Scholarships Additional Scholarship Resources

 

DIS Program Semester Fee Includes:

• Course instruction 
• Program-integrated study tours (two per semester) 
• Course-integrated field studies 
• Textbook rental 
• Use of facilities (incl. library and computer labs) 
• Final grade report and permanent academic records
• Academic counseling and support 
• General administration of academic services 
• Furnished room 
• Local transportation between DIS and your housing 
• Meals (Homestay only) 
• Laundry facilities and/or allowance
• Student information and service desk
• Group pick-up at airport on Arrival Day
• DIS Arrival Workshop 
• Medical, accident, and liability insurance
• Visa advice and assistance
• 24-hour emergency contact 
• Various cultural and social events 
• Administration of housing and student affairs activities

DIS Program Summer Fee Includes:

• Course instruction 
• Course-integrated study tours N/A 
• Course-integrated field studies 
• Textbook rental 
• Use of Facilities (incl. Library and computer labs)
• Final grade report and permanent academic records 
• Academic counseling and support 
• Application, registration & pre-departure support 
• General administration of academic services 
• Furnished room 
• Local transportation from DIS to your housing
• Laundry facilities and/or allowance 
• Student information and service desk 
• Group pick-up at airport on DIS arrival day
• Arrival Workshop 
• Medical, accident, and liability insurance 
• 24-hour emergency cell phone support
• Administration of housing & student affairs activities