IES Abroad Freiburg
- Location(s): Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The environmental movement took root in Freiburg long ago—and now it’s a way of life. Known for taking the lead in the development of eco-friendly technologies and architecture, Freiburg also attracts researchers and environmental organizations fr... read more
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IES Abroad does a fantastic job of offering authentic experiences with the host country’s culture and educational system while catering to students with experience in the American education system. Orientation is in-depth for culture shock, language (regardless of experience with host language), educational system, and so many o... Katie B - Butler University View Entire Review
I learned how to be more independent, trust myself, and speak more German. Keegan D - DePauw University View Entire Review
I learned what it feels like to be completely independent. It was absolutely worthwhile, even though I was only there for three weeks. Eleyna Scarbro - Skidmore College View Entire Review
very worthwhile A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
I learned so much about living a sustainable lifestyle. I also learned some German and made a lot of international friends who gave me new perspectives. This was the most informative few months of my life, including time outside of the classroom. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile! I learned about renewable technologies and urban studies, which were fields I wouldn’t have had the time or availability to try at my home institution Jessa - DePauw University View Entire Review
I had amazing experiences with students from many different countries. Freiburg was also a city that is both easy to navigate but full of different opportunities and things to do. My family comes from Germany, but this experience made it feel more like home than it ever had before. A student - Temple University View Entire Review
I learned lots of geography from all my travel, but most importantly I learned about the language and culture which is what I was there for. I experienced another part of the world and that is priceless. Brian - Susquehanna University View Entire Review
I gained more language confidence than I thought was possible, every day I really did learn something new. It was an incredible worthwhile experience Sarah Salinger-Mullen - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I’ve made some lifelong friends from around the world through my experience with IES. Study abroad is what you make of it. My best advice is to let yourself be uncomfortable; make new friends, use the language, branch out, and enjoy your time abroad! A student - University of Wisconsin - Whitewater View Entire Review
Very worthwhile. I gained lifelong friends, had once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and grew exponentially on a personal level. A student - Saint Anselm College View Entire Review
My program really gave me a chance immerse myself in a completely different way of life. I learned how rewarding experiences can be when you do tings because they sound interesting or they challenge you, not just to fulfill some requirement. And I really learned how to just take a breath, calm down, and take life a little less s... Suzanne Cole - George Washington University View Entire Review
It was totally worthwhile! I gained cultural immersion in not only my host country but neighboring counties as well. A student - University of Portland View Entire Review
I was able to travel to many new countries that I would not have been able to go to if I were to be studying at my home institution. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I made lifelong friends and grew a lot during this semester. It was definitely worthwhile, because my German improved dramatically and I met a lot of people who changed my worldview. It was a unique program with more opportunities than most. Peter W - Gettysburg College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about my self when I am away from my support group and family that feels way different from college. I felt like an adult which is incredibly exciting. I also learned to be more open-minded because I got to see the many ways that Germany tries to help it's future through the development of different renewable ene... Timoline Jlay - University of Redlands View Entire Review
I learned a ton of German, made a lot of both German and American friends, and gained internship experience in a foreign language/country. It was entirely worthwhile. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Although my German improved abroad, I think my comfort level with using German increased even more. Going abroad I was nervous to speak German and mess up, but you learn everyone messes up, and also you aren't as bad as you think. A student - Gettysburg College View Entire Review
Always respect the person, the culture and the country, no matter how different you are; because you would want the same thing back. A student - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review
My studies have greatly shaped what I hope to do over the next chapter of my life. Before traveling to Freiburg, the green city of Europe, I was unsure how to convert my passion of environmental sustainability into a career. While abroad I learned about the various sectors and industries that utilize green aspects. I now feel co... Myiah Smith - Georgetown University View Entire Review
great outdoor experience, great courses, really made use of the location, learned about the history of Freiburg and how it becomes so green A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of language skills that you cannot learn in the classroom setting. I also gained new friends and a lot of independence. A student - Seton Hall University View Entire Review
I learned that I can push myself in new ways. I learned that there are ways of life that are different -- in small and big ways -- from those I'm used to here. I learned that friendship means different things in different cultures. I came to see different ways societies can be structured. I learned how to adapt when I remove jus... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained close international and American friends, German language and cultural skills, more confidence, urban planning and forest ecology knowledge, and fond memories for a lifetime. A student - University of Virginia View Entire Review
I gained so much independence and confidence in myself traveling alone. I was able to practice my language plenty and gained many new friends and, most importantly, a new perspective of the world. It was a very challenging experience but absolutely worth every second of it. Lydia Rautman - Emory University View Entire Review
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The environmental movement took root in Freiburg long ago—and now it’s a way of life. Known for taking the lead in the development of eco-friendly technologies and architecture, Freiburg also attracts researchers and environmental organizations from around the world. Come study Freiburg’s many unique contributions to this important movement.
This English-taught program allows you to explore topics in Environmental Studies, Forest Ecology, and Sustainability while living in Freiburg, located near the beautiful Black Forest and Rhine River Valley.
Freiburg and the surrounding regions will be your classroom. Imagine traveling to the Rhine River to take samples and observe local ecology, or the forests of the Swiss Alps to further your discussions on forest management and tourism. Wherever possible, your courses take you outside the classroom to give you hands-on experience and to take advantage of all that your study abroad location has to offer.
This English-taught program allows you to explore topics in Environmental Studies, Forest Ecology, and Sustainability while living in Freiburg, located near the beautiful Black Forest and Rhine River Valley.
Freiburg and the surrounding regions will be your classroom. Imagine traveling to the Rhine River to take samples and observe local ecology, or the forests of the Swiss Alps to further your discussions on forest management and tourism. Wherever possible, your courses take you outside the classroom to give you hands-on experience and to take advantage of all that your study abroad location has to offer.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Philosophy
- Economics
- Geography
- Political Science and Government
- Urban Studies
- International Business
Minimum GPA:
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