IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

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  • Location(s): Vienna, Austria
  • Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Internship

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We’d like to let you in on a little secret: Vienna is extraordinary. Quickly—gather your things and study there before more students realize what a hidden gem it is. Consistently rated one of the top cities in the world to live in, come see for yo... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.4
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December 30, 2024 Memories Of Vienna
Yes, it was lifechanging in how I view the world and history. It was definitely worthwhile and I'm grateful I had the opportunity to go. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
January 10, 2024 Vienna, Not Ies
More about the culture and appreciation for new places I had never seen. I think it was definitely worthwhile - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Studying abroad is one of the best decisions I have ever made so far in my life. I learned so much about myself! I gained lots of insight in cultural intelligence, and it was very worthwhile. - Sewanee: The University of the South View Entire Review
I learned german - Trinity University View Entire Review
Past Review Amazing
I learned German and I was able to experience a different way of life - University of Hartford View Entire Review
This experience was one of the most incredible things I've ever been able to be a part of. People say that abroad changes you, but I really think it allows you to settle more into yourself and just become more you: at least that's how I felt. I traveled alone and with so many different groups of people, allowing myself to gain c... - Wake Forest University View Entire Review
Friendships !!!! German knowledge!!!!! Cultural awareness!!!!!! - Purdue University View Entire Review
I learned to be self sufficient and how to travel on my own and with a partner. - Indiana University - Bloomington View Entire Review
Past Review Sehr Tolle!
My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I gained new friends, new perspective, and amazing memories that will stay with me for a lifetime. - Vanderbilt University View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad
Most everyone that comes back from a semester abroad says that they have found their new "home" or their "favorite place," and at first I thought it was drab and clique, but lets face it, they're right. Studying abroad in Vienna, Austria truly fostered a love, appreciation, respect and longing for the culture, the people, the fo... - Indiana University - Bloomington View Entire Review
My experience abroad significantly enhanced my interpersonal communication skills and enabled me with a professional working knowledge of the German language. I gained a new perspective on the way I function in society and I had an amazing time filled with amazing experiences. - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review
I love Vienna and want to move there! I understand and appreciate the culture and want to continue learning German to hopefully immigrate one day. - Emory University View Entire Review
I learned what I was capable of in terms of independence and dealing with major problems without having knowledge of a country or language. I had to go to the hospital in Switzerland where they spoke only French, I had to navigate transportation in Hungary and Slovakia and Denmark, etc. countries where I didn't speak the languag... - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The people I met in Vienna are some of my closest friends. Our time traveling together cemented a bond that I will cherish forever. IES: Vienna also sponsors trips and provides information to aid students in traveling both in Austria and across Europe. IES: Vienna provides a space for its students to take academically rigorous c... - Boston College View Entire Review
I gained such a large appreciation for the world as a whole. I fell in love with life in Vienna and the act of traveling to experience new places and cultures! I even hope to move back to Vienna one day for a career in opera, and hopefully for a Master's degree. The educational content I learned regarding classical music in Vien... - Pacific Lutheran University View Entire Review
Absolutely! I learned a great deal about history (particularly music history). I had the opportunity to see places that I had only read about. I got to hear music live that I had only ever heard in recordings. - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review
Be more of myself and not try to rush in making friends. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Past Review Life Changing
You learn a new culture and language, immerse yourself in things different than what you are used to. - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
German Better horn playing how to travel efficiently and make a travel plan how to "squeeze the juice" (slow down and make the most out of your day) Friends How to be independent - University of Redlands View Entire Review
I have learned through my time abroad would be trusting and believing in myself, and realizing the possibilities for my future are limitless. I gained so much inspiration for my craft and my passion and this feeling is truly invaluable! View Entire Review
I gained a lot of confidence and independence fro living abroad and doing solo travel. - Trinity University View Entire Review
It was completely worthwhile. I learned about how history has shaped the Austrian society's concepts of race, politics, education, and social living. I learned about perspectives I had never thought about before. Also, throwing myself into a foreign country was a maturing and confidence-gaining experience. - Emory University View Entire Review
Past Review Wenn In Wien
I honed my language skills and that alone was worth it to me. I was also able to gain international business experience through my great internship. Besides educational purposes, I traveled a bit and learned a lot about other cultures. - Trinity University View Entire Review
I became more comfortable with myself because I had to make a lot of decisions and make a lot of mistakes. I had to trust myself and when I messed up I had to be the one to fix things because no one else was there to help. It was definitely a learning experience. I also learned more about myself and my preferences. One of the bi... - University of North Texas View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad
I learned so many different things during my time abroad. I learned a lot in the field of psychology, I learned a lot about myself, and learned a lot about Vienna and Austria as a whole. Honestly, there are countless lessons that I experienced during those 4 months. - University of Rochester View Entire Review

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We’d like to let you in on a little secret: Vienna is extraordinary. Quickly—gather your things and study there before more students realize what a hidden gem it is. Consistently rated one of the top cities in the world to live in, come see for yourself why the music, culture, and history of this world-class city elicit nothing but adoration from those who go there.

Programs in Vienna:



  • Vienna - European Society & Culture: Offering both English- and German-taught courses, the IES Abroad Vienna European Society & Culture program allows you to study the culture, history, business, and politics of a region that continues to play a major role on the world stage. You can also enroll in an internship or field experience, which includes time spent working at your placement in addition to an academic seminar that helps you contextualize what you’re learning.


  • Vienna - Music: Home to an astounding number of legendary composers—from Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven to Brahms, Mahler, and Schoenberg—Vienna maintains an incredible richness of musical culture to this day. The world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the Musikverein, and the Staatsoper are just a few of the many leading institutions that help make Vienna a true “city of music”—and make it the perfect location for an engaging study of Music History and Performance. The IES Abroad Vienna Music Program is ideal for students majoring or minoring in Music, and offers you the opportunity to participate in a wide selection of courses focusing on Music and European culture and society. The program is organized in conjunction with the Vienna European Society & Culture Program.


  • Vienna Summer - Music History & Performance: Located in the heart of Europe, Vienna is a city of about 1.8 million inhabitants that has, since its founding in the 3rd century, served as a bridge between a myriad of cultures. As an important crossroads between North and South, East and West, the city became a natural melting pot for new ideas. Out of this cultural richness has emerged a wealth of artistic accomplishments and innovative thinking—a heritage that we explore in our summer programs. Vienna has been home to many of history's greatest composers, from Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven to Brahms, Mahler, and Schoenberg. To this day, the world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the Musikverein, and the Staatsoper continue to help make Vienna a true "city of music."


  • Vienna Summer - Psychology: As the famous psychologist Carl Rogers once said, "This is where all the trouble started!" In Vienna, the birthplace of psychoanalysis and home to Sigmund Freud and numerous other legendary psychologists, you can experience both the history and practice of psychology from a unique vantage point. Explore the richness of this city’s past and present in an academic environment specially designed for the student of Psychology. The program is organized into two topics: Psychology & Society, and Health Psychology & Communication. Students examining Psychology & Society learn about the emergence of psychology in Vienna and consider closely how different methodologies today both reflect and challenge Freud's legacy. Students studying Health Psychology & Communication take a more practical approach as they explore the field of counseling, and develop skills in listening and empathy.


  • Vienna - Summer Internship: Enjoy the history, rich culture, and professional opportunities that the political and economic capital of Austria has to offer. Recently ranked first in the Mercer Quality of Living survey, there’s nowhere and no way better to spend your summer than with a full-time internship in Vienna.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Internship
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Summer
  • Spring
Instruction Language(s):
  • English
  • German
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Russian, Central and East European Studies
  • European Studies
  • Western European Studies
  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Journalism
  • Education
  • Cultural Studies
  • Philosophy and Religious Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Anthropology
  • Economics
  • Political Science and Government
  • Sociology
  • Drama, Theater, Theatre Arts
  • Music
  • Business Administration and Management
  • International Business
  • Marketing
  • History
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2.75
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