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
"Being on my own for so long and so far away from home got me out of my comfort zone and increased my self confidence and knowledge of the world. Extremely worthwhile, going abroad was the best thing I could have ever done for myself!"
Adele Aviles Southern Methodist University
"I definitely gained a different perspective while I was abroad. What really helped me do this and understand Italy and Italians better were my four Italian history classes I took, they gave me a better understanding of how Italy came to be and why it is the way it is."
A student Villanova University
"As an international student studying in the US, I had a different approach to "studying abroad". I was already abroad so why would I go? Well, I'm glad I did! For me, it wasn't my first time traveling or staying at a different country for more than a month. For me, it was a great opportunity to be back at a culture that is relat..."
Yasemin Tekgurler Davidson College
"This experience really sparked my interest for traveling and taught me so much about how international health care and human rights is viewed. I got hands on experience in the medical field in Jamaica, I was able to travel all over Europe for a very affordable price, and I got to volunteer with CLAPA. IES really catered to my in..."
Jorden Alex University of Missouri - Columbia
"Education abroad was worth every penny. I can speak French at an advanced to boarder line fluent level. The traveling was incredible. Every country was a different adventure with new challenges."
Andrew Richardson The Catholic University of America
"I learned that there is no "right" way to live. Everyone lives differently; there are no two cultures exactly alike. A major problem today is that many peoples believe their ways of living are superior to others when every culture is formed and adapted to its surrounding conditions and environment. There are better and more effi..."
Mary Cassada Wofford College
"It was absolutely worthwhile. The cultural immersion aspect was not as difficult as I thought it would be. I did not experience culture shock in a major way"
Georgia Meyer Haverford College
"I was able to challenge myself intellectually and socially through the classes I chose to pursue through IES (Histories and Legends of Paris, Sociology of France, Politics and Poetry of Gender in France, The Word and the Image, and French in Context). IES provided a wide array of courses to be taken at the IES Center in addition..."
Logan Stalter George Washington University
"I learned how to manage cultural norms--an hour commute to school in Japan is considered normal; hour-long train rides are normal; packed trains are normal. "
Allen Chen Occidental College
"You need to go beyond your comfort zone, but never forget your values. Through this, you definitely learn a lot more about a culture, develop on your language skills, and see who you are as a person when you are away from those you are comfortable with or use to."
A student Brandeis University
"From my internship, I learned a lot about Japanese work/life culture, I learned how to navigate the transit system, I tried new foods every day and literally was exposed to something different each day. "
Samantha G Brandeis University
"I learned to see the world through a different perspective and became a more adaptable and flexible person."
A student Trinity University
"It really helped with my French, especially speaking."
A student Trinity University
"I've gained guidance and a new appreciation for life. My experience was completely worthwhile. I would want live it all over again."
Enrique A Garcia Trinity University
"I learned a lot from my peers at the university, and loved Ecuador. The experience outside of IES was worth is, but IES Quito itself was really problematic and has some serious systemic issues. "
A student Anonymous University
"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained confidence, independence, a deeper appreciation for history, a deeper cultural understanding, and more pride for my hometown and where I'm from. I expanded my comprehension of contemporary political issues through my coursework. Finally, I learned that I'm capable of a lot more than I previously g..."
kkelly Trinity University
"I gained more confidence in traveling and dealing with difficult situations, but I would have gained that with any program. Because of the horrible program, I also gained a lot of bitterness on top of the confidence. "
A student Trinity University
"Of course, the obvious conclusion is an improvement in my French. However , I gained valuable life experiences as well. I learned to live more independently and immerse myself in a foreign culture . I learned to step outside of my comfort zone and it was very worth it."
A student Occidental College
"My time abroad was extremely worthwhile! It was so great to get out of the bubble of my small college. I learned how to connect with people from so many different backgrounds. I learned how to stretch myself by living in a country where (at the start) I was only at a beginner's level at the language. I developed new hobbies and ..."
Quinn Wheaton College, MA
"Travel as much as possible"
Reagan Brell Trinity University
"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
"It was definitely a worthwhile experience! I gained new confidence both in myself as an individual but also in my ability to meet and connect with new people all over the world. I also gained insight into the cultural differences that come with each country I visited."
Margaret Young The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned the language and the culture of Vienna, as well as interesting information about child development. It was worthwhile because I got to experience something new, and I like novelties."
Annahita Modirrousta Miami University
"I learned a lot about European culture, specifically Italian culture and how it compares to my own. I think it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Trinity University
"I gained a lot of insight into the culture of Barcelona and Catalunya as a whole, as well as experiences in different countries as I traveled during my stay. Also important – I learned a lot about myself and how to manage challenging/stressful situations. "
A student University of Missouri - Columbia
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