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 learned a lot about how globalized our world is, about different cultures and how to be more independent"
A student University of Vermont
"I learned about the unique and rich political and cultural history of Cape Town and South Africa as a whole, which was both fascinating and important to learn about. I felt enthralled by the people around me and the rich background they came from, and that was incredibly worthwhile."
A student Villanova University
"I got to learn all about a new culture and more about Italian business practices since I completed an internship while I was in Milan. I grew as a person as well and made life long friendships with people I would have never met if it wasn't for abroad! It was definitely worthwhile and if I could travel abroad every semester I wo..."
Alexandria Ciampi Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I learned more about the language, specifically colloquial words/phrases. I also learned a lot about myself."
Autumn Paone Lafayette College
"Not only did I significantly improve my Spanish speaking, writing and reading/comprehension skills, but I also learned a great deal about the Spanish culture, learned to love and appreciate history, and learned quite a bit about myself. I would say my experience abroad was more than worthwhile and I am eager to pick up right whe..."
April Turner University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I found great people and improved all facets of my Spanish communication. "
Emma Bailey DePauw University
"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
"These were some of the best two months of my life. I wish they weren't cut short by the coronavirus, and I wish I could go back, but I learned so much during my time in France. And I definitely came back more confident in my French. Don't be intimidated about the immersive side of this program--you are required to speak French w..."
Nora Geer University of Richmond
"I really enjoyed the cultural immersion component and having the ability to travel within Italy."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained lifelong connections, a better understanding of France and the greater world, my language skills improved, I participated in a teaching internship, and I was able to travel to different French cities all the while. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Shanna Harvey Ohio State University - Columbus
"I learned a lot about living alone and it was definitely cool to experience college in a city environment. I would recommend booking as many trips around Australia as you can afford to as those are what I enjoyed most from my experience. "
A student Middlebury College
"Independence and the ability to overcome challenges. Maybe"
Cassidy M Texas Lutheran University
"I learned the power of communication. I was able to make connections with people I would have never been able to communicate with if I didn't leave my comfort zone and use Spanish as a gateway to step into another's world."
LeAnne Drum Providence College
"Learned about yourself, improved Spanish skills, learned how to travel, etc. "
A student Santa Clara University
"Self confidence and a better understanding of my abilities while alone. I also learned a lot on French social justice and political issues with peaked my attention being a political science student. And I learned that I will definitely be going back to live in France for a couple years in the near future."
Fiqir Taye Santa Clara University
"I learned a lot about myself and what I want for myself. I went alone - not knowing anyone else in the program, which was great and I was really able to do the things that I wanted to do. "
Sophie Sirota Drew University
"Apart from regular academics, I learned how to view my own culture from a perspective different than my own. "
Carolyn Hauk Gettysburg College
"yes see above question"
A student Haverford College
"I learned how to lean outside of my comfort zone and explore more. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
Cailin Stollar Williams College
"I learned how to enjoy life more and go with the flow while I was abroad. When you are abroad, especially in a place that doesn't speak your first language, you learn to laugh at yourself and try your best, because truly that is all you can do. Also, Granda has such a fun social scene so it was great to make time to have fun and..."
Claire Penrod Seattle University
"I absolutely loved studying abroad, and I feel like I learned so much about myself. Living in a new city for multiple months puts you out of your comfort zone and helps you learn to be self-sufficient. I loved everything about my semester abroad."
Nina Bowness Trinity University
"I gained so much independence and cultural knowledge. I learned how to handle situations that I am not used to and overcoming challenges. "
A student University of Redlands
"I gained lifelong friends and family. I also gained more knowledge on why Japan developed into what it is today and how this impacts the citizens. It was worthwhile because studying a country from your home institution is very different from traveling to the country and learning about their history."
Khalia Bowles Spelman College
"I learned a lot about "rolling with it" since overall, Morocco is a rather chaotic country. It was definitely worthwhile to learn about a new area of the world and it opened a lot of doors to future paths of learning, linguistically and culturally."
A student Luther College
"I gained international work experience since I did an internship in addition to my classes. Understanding how to work with different cultures is something I know will be valuable in future experiences. "
Julia Ferrara Babson College
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