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
"It was 100% worthwhile. I gained knowledge of new cultures and got to see so many beautiful places. I also got to meet so many new people."
Lyric Loglisci Clemson University
"I gained real-life understanding about the legacies of colonialism, classification, and the inheritance of racism from my experience abroad. I also was able to witness drastic natural beauty and a rich artistic culture, and these three intersections made it a very worthwhile semester."
Gwen Marquis University of Vermont
"Studying Abroad with IES Abroad in Cape Town, South Africa has been more significant in my life than I could have imagined. I knew I would have fun, meet new people, and experience unfamiliar things, but I gained so much more than I expected to. I learned and improved skills such as understanding cultural differences, working in..."
Anna Kroeger University of Iowa
"I learned how to be more independent and how to navigate big cities and their public transportation systems. I learned how to deal with ambiguity in academics. I discovered the importance of bilingualism. "
Deanna Rupp Texas Christian University
"I improved my Japanese language skills, got to learn about a completely different culture and society, and grew personally- becoming more independent and self reliant. "
A student Lafayette College
"Over the course of my time in Italy, I learned conversational Italian language skills by communicating with locals in their native tongue. I had the chance to demonstrate independence and immersion in a new culture through living in downtown Milan and taking classes from Italian teachers. My music classes encouraged teamwork and..."
Haley Stevenson Butler University
"I gained confidence about my ability to take care of myself and handle any situation that comes my way. "
Allison G University of Iowa
"Absolutely worthwhile. I now have plans to take the LSAT and continue onto law school focusing on international human rights law, something I never would've found out that I'm passionate about without this program. "
Haley The College of William and Mary
"I learned how to challenge myself and step outside of my comfort zone. I also learned to grow my comfort zone and just accept that things are different. It was so valuable to learn to laugh at myself. "
A student University of Wisconsin - Madison
"I learned a lot from my time abroad. I learned how to find my way around a new city and use the subway system! I also learned that I can move to a new city and feel comfortable in it in a few months. I also learned that the best way to learn a language is to be fully immersed in it and speak to your host family a lot. This exper..."
Jessica Heighway The University of Texas at Austin
"My experience there was more than worthwhile. I get emotional thinking about the bonds I made with Argentinians, international students, and other American students while I was there. I am fluent in Spanish now, which is so nice. Using Spanish day to day helped me perfect it. I learned that there aren't as many differences as I ..."
Emily Frey University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I gained a lot of confidence and I feel much more independent. It was definitely worthwhile. Living in another country is hard, but it's definitely eye-opening. "
Nicole Scelta Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"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..."
Anna Holden Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained confidence in myself and learned so much about myself and about another culture and country. I fell that it was incredibly worthwhile."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned so much about French culture and about myself and my place in the international community. It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student George Washington University
"I gained independence, organization when it comes to travel, more social skills, and of course, I saw an improvement in my Spanish. It was absolutely worthwhile! My school blessed me with money to travel, eat well, and explore my new favorite city in Europe, Madrid. It was unforgettable."
Emily Bowen Bates College
"I learned a lot about living independently and being responsible for everything."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about Irish culture and history and really enjoyed getting fully involved in the Trinity College community through joining the ultimate frisbee team. I was able to take classes with local and other international students and travel with them all over Ireland. The ..."
A student Knox College
"I became a bit more independent and confident with my language abilities and appreciated the efficiency of traveling and learning for myself."
Rachel Richaradson Wheaton College, MA
"Living in a culture that is dissimilar to my own taught me the importance of personal growth and understanding those around you. I appreciate the beauty of diversity and enjoyed learning about Spanish culture by fully immersing myself in living as a local. Due to the varied cultural differences, I saw the importance in respectin..."
Ilana Frankel Indiana University - Bloomington
"IES Abroad Milano was an incredibly fulfilling experience. Unlike other more touristy areas in Italy (Rome and Florence) where it is common to speak English, you will actually have to learn a little Italian to get by--I found this challenging and exciting to learn another language--the Italian courses through IES are superb. I ..."
A student University of Rochester
"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."
A student Trinity University
"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
"I improved my spanish skills a lot and it really pushed me outside my comfort zone. It was worthwhile because I met so many people and traveled and learned so much. "
A student University of Tulsa
"Yes, absolutely "
A student Whitman College
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