IES Abroad Sydney

Studying abroad in Sydney, Australia was one of the most worthwhile experiences I’ve ever had. It taught me to step outside of my comfort zone, adapt to new environments, and become more independent. I gained a deeper appreciation for cultural diversity, and it helped me develop valuable life skills such as problem-solving and r... Sydney H - University of Wisconsin - Madison

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I learned so much about independence! It definitely helped to be in an english speaking country as it is my first language! Caroline Fizzano - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State

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Independence and the ability to overcome challenges. Maybe Cassidy M - Texas Lutheran University

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From being abroad I fully realized that there is more to life than academia and getting a good GPA. I was able to slack off a bit on school and focus on the social aspect of my life more which was a great experience for me. Studying abroad was a great test of my ability to live on my own and take care of myself. Alyssa Hana - Wellesley College

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The whole idea of studying abroad was one that I had held for a long time, yet I never thought that I would walk away as the individual that I am after spending a semester in Sydney, AU. The sheer joy of being surrounded by new friends constantly built bonds that will last me a lifetime. Additionally, the bliss of having the acc... Garrett Tolbert - University of Mississippi

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My experience studying abroad with IES in Sydney, Australia was incredibly eye-opening. I studied at the University of New South Wales in Kensington, which is conveniently located about twenty minutes from world famous Coogee Beach. I loved studying at this university because my school back in the US is super rural, so it was a ... Kelly Heilman - Sewanee: The University of the South

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Study Abroad was worthwhile. I learned the importance of getting to know everyone regardless of what they look like, what religion they practice, or what views they have. I also learned that the concept of family extends far beyond the ties of blood. Destiny Sewell - Sewanee: The University of the South

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Learned so much about other cultures, living so far away from home, communicating with people so difference from yourself. BEYOND worthwhile kaylin - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State

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It was definitely worthwhile and I wish it was something everyone could or wanted to experience. I grew in my morally, professionally and became more independent. Blanca Anselmo - University of the Pacific

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You learn a lot about yourself and it was the best decision I have ever made. William - Southern Methodist University

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IES field trips were really amazing and taught us more about the culture then we would ever have learned in a classroom. These field trips took us to all the places you think of in Sydney like Botanical Gardens, Sydney Opera House, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Royal National Park . But theses field trips took my class and i to... Jessica Lodato - Adelphi University

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Gained valuable internship experience in Sydney, although 2 months is fairly short for any internship. Very worthwhile, America and Sydney are very similar so on that front a bigger cultural change may have been better facilitated by another country. Nate Borchers - Trinity University

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It was worthwhile. Gave me self-confidence, maturity, and a life-long friend. Diana Rogers - Texas Christian University

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