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 experience with learning and working in a language immersion environment. This was incredibly worthwhile to me, as I intend to apply this knowledge throughout my future academic and professional career. "
A student Brandeis University
"Experiencing a new culture was so fascinating. Spending time with South Africans, getting to know the area, or talking to people on the street taught me so much about the excitement and friendliness of South African culture. I think I adopted some habits of South African culture - like generally talking to more strangers and bei..."
A student Brandeis University
"What I brought home from study abroad is almost immeasurable. I learned so much about Spanish and Moroccan culture and met so wonderful many people. Each day was filled with invaluable memories and activities (some planned and others more spontaneous). In short, it was incredibly worthwhile. I could not recommend studying abroad..."
A student Brandeis University
"My Spanish improved quite a bit! It was great but very very expensive. "
A student Brandeis University
"Language, other culture, myself "
Hannah B Brandeis University
"I gained valuable language and cultural experience, and it was extremely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a better sense of cultural competency, improved my conversational Spanish skills, and was able to meet people of diverse backgrounds. This experience was definitely worthwhile and I would love return some day. "
Spencer R Brandeis University
"I learned how to adapt to new environments that i might not have been comfortable in before "
Varun C Brandeis University
"I learned some independence in a foreign country."
Ollie S Brandeis University
"I definitely grew as a person and was able to enjoy my own company. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was very worthwhile! I had a lot of time to explore on my own outside of courses and visit museums, parks, and attend events. Madrid is a great city to be a young person in because local transportation is cheap and there are so many things to do and places to go."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a new found confidence in my spanish and in myself."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of independence, and cultural and historical knowledge."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about the culture of the different countries in Europe and Spain particularly."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned independence "
A student Brandeis University
"That I could live in a foreign country by myself "
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to gain a ton of perspective on how different cultures and different parts of Europe live, and it was really fun to see cool places and experience amazing thigns with great people. "
Matthew M Brandeis University
"I learned how to be more independent and how to be respectful of other cultures and countries."
Sophia L Brandeis University
"I learned how to put myself out there more, and I also learned a lot about Spanish culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile- I was able to meet people from all around the world, learn and experience different cultures, connect with others in a different language, and learn a lot about myself and what makes me happy! I also gained confidence in my ability to manage my expenses, plan ahead, adapt and problem solve."
A student Brandeis University
"Gained lots of language skills and learned how to navigate life abroad."
A student Brandeis University
"A new way of living and a better representation of culture."
Slater L Brandeis University
"Learning about culture and how to adapt and act to different situations and people"
Nico B Brandeis University
"I learned to be comfortable doing more things alone and being away from my community."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent abroad. I really challenged myself in all aspects of my study abroad experience and after the fact I feel more comfortable engaging with task that I never would've explored before. "
A student Brandeis University
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