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
"From studying aboard I gained more self confidence. Being in a foreign country on your own forces you to go out, explore the city, mature and become more assertive. I'm a shy person so being in a big city helped me to come out of my shell a little bit. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
Liz B University of Missouri - Columbia
"Exposure to the local Jewish community, met interesting and amazing people, made important friendships "
A student Brandeis University
"People will tell you that when you go abroad something changes in you. I never really felt this until I went on to Spain. Coming from a small southern town to a bustling city environment was a huge change for me. Especially when my host mother spoke not one word of English. To be honest, the first night I was not so sure tha..."
Megan P University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I became much more independent and gained a new appreciation/understand for the world. I also gained a new appreciation for the US "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to change my mood for the better quickly and that sometimes it's best to focus on the simple things that make me happy like a walk, great food, and trying something new. It was completely worth while. "
Kirsten W Ithaca College
"I gained a sense of independence, freedom, as well as a love for travel and new experiences, such as opera, classical concerts, electronic dance music, etc. "
A student Emory University
"I learned a massive amount about what it's like to live and grow up in another culture. It was absolutely worth it, Japan is a great country to study abroad in because it is so safe and unique. There are so many cool things there, I only wish I had time to see them all!"
Eric P Brandeis University
"I gained new insight into the world around me. Yes."
Daniel M Trinity University
"Every aspect of my life was impacted and honestly, all for the better. It was extremely worthwhile and I grew immensely in my time abroad."
Dillon D University of North Texas
"It was personally not worthwhile for me because the workload was so excessive that I barely had time to experience the local culture of where I was."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Seeing the world from a new perspective"
Evan J The University of Texas at Austin
"Learning a new language, culture and how to make several dishes of their delicious food. I learned more about my faith and ancient history. It was totally worthwhile to live amongst not just Italians but Romans and be able to walk amongst the ancient ruins everyday if I wanted to! As well as become friends with several locals ..."
A student Trinity University
"Work experience on an international level. Confidence to travel alone and solve problems alone."
A student Trinity University
"I made great friends, made tons of memories, went on countless adventures, appreciated a relaxed lifestyle, and gained travel experience for my next endeavors."
A student University of Maine - Orono
"I learned how to get out of my comfort zone and survive on limited communication skills. "
Jasmine R Trinity University
"I enjoyed being abroad, but being that far from family and friends made me just wanting to go home after 3-4 weeks. "
Kate B Trinity University
"A lot of knowledge about myself when I am in an unfamiliar environment and adapting to cultural norms. I am better able to communicate wit native speakers."
Tori D Brandeis University
"I did a gap year in a small village in Ecuador, so I'd already seen one side of Ecuador, and I figured that going to school at Ecuador's most prestigious/wealthy private university would be very different. It was. I came into the USFQ program thinking I was going to manage to get out of the American bubble that's so common in s..."
A student Brandeis University
"My time abroad was worthwhile because of the friends I made and all the traveling I was able to do. While abroad I became more independent."
A student Trinity University
"I gained a better perspective of the every day life of the Japanese and how tradition and culture are integrated into modern day life. I also improved in my Japanese listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to a 3rd semester level. From what I academically and culturally learned to the friendships I made with local, inte..."
Emily W Brandeis University
"I learned to be more confident in my french speaking ability. I learned to enjoy spending time alone. Not that I often spent time alone, but I found walking around the city by myself as a stress relieve and an enjoyable use of my time."
Tara P The Catholic University of America
"I learned to be so much more thankful for the little things, and came back with a newfound appreciation for nature. I realized how challenging it is to feel like an outsider, but also how welcoming people can be. It was honestly the best thing I've ever done so far, and I wouldn't change it for anything."
A student Brandeis University
"I studied abroad with IES: Santiago in the spring of 2015. It was, by far, one of the best decisions I have made. Class sizes at the program center were small and the opportunity to take classes at one of the local universities, Universidad Pontifica Catolica de Chile, helped me to feel integrated into the city. My internship af..."
A student University of Virginia
"I gained a new perspective on life. I realized how much joy, laughter, and happiness I could have with friends. I realized how big the world is and how much I have not seen. I strengthened my language skills. I learned that I can be independent. I learned that I am comfortable with being an adult. I learned that Japan is the cou..."
Cesar P Brandeis University
"The program was definitely worthwhile! I loved the French immersion aspect of the program and my French skills definitely increased. I became more comfortable speaking and communicating. "
Rebecca G University of Rochester
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