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 so many new friends and new found skills. I honestly gained more street smarts than I ever thought I needed. "
katie dehnert Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned that it's okay to slow down and experience life from time to time. Not everything has to be a mad dash to the finish line, and that sometimes it's okay to just pick a direction, start walking, and see what happens along the way. It was absolutely and completely worthwhile. "
A student Trinity University
"I learned a lot more Spanish and about the Spanish culture. I also made new friends and learned how to be comfortable in a new environment "
Carly Amendola University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I learned how to fit in with the Spanish culture and how to become more spontaneous. This experience was extremely worthwhile. I would do it again in a heart beat."
A student The Catholic University of America
"Speaking German consistently every day in a variety of situations both academic and casual really got my language skills up to scratch, and I feel confident now that I could handle anything that might get thrown at me. The entire experience was amazing, but it was worth it for the language alone! "
Sabina Fickenwirth American University
"I definitely gained a sense of independence. "
A student Trinity University
"Totally worthwhile! I gain life long friendships, memories, and skills. Studying abroad, especially somewhere like ecuador is truly life changing!"
Becca Elmhurst University
"I gained friends, another family in a different country and experience. But overall, I gained a new found love for a culture and country that isn't mine and I can't wait to visit again. "
Samekh University of Rochester
"I gained more independence. It was totally worthwhile. "
Emma Oliver Anonymous University
"I learned a lot about how to step outside of my comfort zone in communicating."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Being able to learn, intern, and travel throughout Ireland through the IES Abroad Dublin program I gained a better understanding of the world around me. I have broadened my horizons and found myself to be more outgoing and excited to travel the world and experience more of it."
A student University of Iowa
"I gained confidence in my foreign language skills and my travel skills. I also grew immensely as a musician. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student DePauw University
"I think that anyone answering this question will agree that study abroad is absolutely worthwhile. For me, it was a really great time to take some different classes and have a bit of a break from the norm. it was good for me to take a semester to reflect a bit and just enjoy, and that's really helped me grow and be confident in ..."
A student University of Rochester
"Better language ability, increased self confidence, and a better understanding of where music fits into my life."
A student Pomona College
"I learned the functions of the European Union while being able to experience different cultures. It was 100% worthwhile and I would do it all again. "
Melissa Gess Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I think the biggest thing I gained from the program was confidence. "
A student University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I learned so much about the city and culture in Madrid, especially through my History of Madrid course, art history in the Prado, and my required language and culture course. I gained independence and confidence with solving unexpected problems. This semester abroad was certainly a worthwhile experience."
A student Hope College
"I learned a lot from the IES Abroad EU Freiburg Program, I took courses on: Integration, Foreign Security and Policy Analysis, Enlargement, a Leadership class, and German 101. Studying abroad has broadened my knowledge of the politics of the EU, as well as it has enriched it. I got to visit the European Parliament, the European ..."
Yolanda A University of San Diego
"I learned a ton about myself. I also learned more than I ever though possible about South Africa and South African culture. I never realized how beautiful and diverse the country is. "
A student University of Nebraska - Lincoln
"I learned a lot about myself and how I am able to cope with social differences and travel issues. The program definitely helped me to mature and changed my outlook on the world from an American point of view to a global one. "
Taylor Reisz Wofford College
"I improved my Spanish language, had the opportunity to learn about Spanish culture first-hand, met many inspirational American and Spanish students, and became a more confident and independent person. It was immensely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat!"
Nicole Palazzo Villanova University
"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself from this program, especially how to become more independent."
vivian University of Maryland - College Park
"I learned many valuable things during my time abroad. Budgeting money and traveling alone were probably the biggest. Also, I had never lived in a city and Amsterdam is always bustling with people, so it was good to experience this. Extremely worthwhile."
Tony Skidmore College
"I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad and it was defiantly a worthwhile experience. "
A student Trinity University
"This experience was perhaps one of the most worthwile things I have ever done in my life. I didn't merely learn what was on my class syllabus, but also gained a deeper understanding of the culture, from history to political situation to social customs. I was able to explore so many incredible, amazing places that I may never aga..."
Aynsley O Brandeis University
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