IES Abroad
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IES Abroad is a program provider offering 128 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Intensive Language, and Online Program abroad programs in 19 countries such as Australia, Austria, Chile, and France.
IES Abroad provides opportunities for students to thrive abroad with program options that fit majors and interests—backed by a high-quality, immersive experience, on-site support, impactful financial aid, and an inclusive community.
IES Abroad experiences are:
- Priced for quality: The program fee includes tuition, housing, and health insurance, along with high-quality predeparture and on-site support, small class sizes, and the opportunity for field trips and immersive experiences.
- Fully supported 24/7: Time-saving visa support and trusted local staff to help with health, housing, and safety, no matter what comes up—or when!
- Designed to count toward graduation while offering a global perspective: Hands-on learning and excursions, led by respected experts in their fields, take your experience beyond the classroom to gain international exposure. We work with university partners to ensure program approval and credit transfer.
- Impactful with real career benefits: 65% of IES Abroad alumni say study abroad was very/extremely influential on their career path and 64% say it contributed to career advancement.
- Generously supported by $7.9 million in financial aid awarded annually: Need-based aid awarded to students applying from consortium member institutions expands access to study abroad.
Study Abroad with IES Abroad
"I gained an international perspective about life and I improved my spanish a lot. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Jonah W Brandeis University
"I learned how to slow down and enjoy the little moments a bit more."
Samaria D Brandeis University
"I became more grounded! I learned how to live a simpler life in the Galapagos and I wouldn't give that up for anything!"
Emily M Brandeis University
"I learned so much about the culture and I improved my comprehension of French so much. It was totally worthwhile."
Claire A Santa Clara University
"My experience abroad was very worthwhile. It was an amazing experience to live in a foreign country for a semester. Although it was daunting to think about living somewhere new, speaking a different language, and making new friends, it was all so much fun and really pushed me out of my comfort zone. "
Melissa G University of St. Thomas - Minnesota
"I think I gained a lot of empathy and understanding from my experience abroad. Visiting versus living in a different place give you two different perspectives and I think studying abroad is something that everyone should do to be able to fully experience another culture other than their own. I think that studying abroad was 100%..."
Kylie G Purdue University
"Being able to go abroad for the first time and adapt so quickly made me realize I am capable of more than I give myself credit for. "
Marlenny G Case Western Reserve University
"I had the opportunity to see and learn about not just Vienna, but Austria and Austrian culture as a whole. IES offered trips around Austria, such as to places like Wachau, Linz, and Graz, as well as the legendary ski trip in the Austrian Alps. I also had the opportunity during the week-long break to tour Salzburg, Vorarlberg, an..."
Sylas P Kenyon College
"I learned how to be much more independent and how to make decisions for myself. I also became much more aware of my surroundings, and more aware to things I did/did not want to participate in. It definitely was worthwhile and I recommend it greatly! "
A student Tulane University
"My korean language improved and I was able to experience korean culture first hand."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a strong appreciation for life in general. Many people in Cape Town are very free spirited and adventurous people and I don't see a lot of that in New England. I would honestly redo the whole experience again. "
A student Wellesley College
"Study abroad is always worthwhile. I gained focus and perspective on my likes, dislikes, and have more confidence in my options for careers in the future. "
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to learn more about the culture and travel to other places in Europe. I loved the independence of navigating a new city."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be myself in a new place; I learned a lot of history and thought about the world in different ways. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience was definitely worthwhile, I gained many new friends and memories and feel more developed as an individual."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about different cultures around Europe, not just the Netherlands. Although I have been throughout Europe before this trip, having been able to take it all in within a short period of time was so beneficial as you see the subtle differences of each country. Now, oddly, I want to move to Europe for my Masters educa..."
Haoyan L Brandeis University
"I became much better at Japanese language, became familiar with how to live and commute in a city like Tokyo, and got more comfortable trying new and unexpected things."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned to be on my own and how to travel"
Rebecca G Brandeis University
"I learned about a different lifestyle and culture and got to compare it to my past experiences living in other countries. "
A student Brandeis University
"As someone who identifies as Ecuadorian, this experience taught me more about my culture and gave me the opportunity to live in it. I also gained research experience through one of my classes and got to strengthen my spanish."
Daphne B Brandeis University
"I gained so much research experience and international experience while abroad, and I believe 100% that my time in Morocco was worthwhile. "
Amelia T Brandeis University
"I learned many life skills and will always be grateful for this opportunity. "
A student Brandeis University
"Basic understanding of German, experience living in a foreign country, exposure to German culture"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that I definitely want to move back to Berlin as soon as possible."
Corey B Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. It mainly improved my confidence and trust in myself."
Sonya F Bryn Mawr College
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