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 have always had a passion for traveling, and this was the perfect opportunity for me to be based someplace really cool with a lot of things going on, but also the perfect gateway to the rest of Europe. I feel like I learned a lot about myself while I was there, and was given the time to do so. The Dutch's school system is diff..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about the culture, the politics, the language and most importantly about life and myself! "
Callan S Wittenberg University
"I gained independence and self awareness. This experience was definitely worthwhile; I was able to grow as a person and learn so much about myself."
Marilynn Z Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I gained a sense of independence and appreciation for the different culture."
Emily M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to be more independent and open minded to different situations. You never know what is going to be thrown at you and you have to roll with the punches!"
Stephanie D Villanova University
"From the moment I first stepped foot on Spanish soil, I swore to never be afraid to try new experiences, and to not let any opportunity escape my grasp. And by studying abroad through the IES Salamanca Program, I found such an amazing array of opportunities to get involved not only by taking stimulating courses on the Franco Reg..."
A student Gettysburg College
"I learned how to be more confident in my language abilities and to take action to accomplish my goals. I learned how to understand and confront cultural differences. The amount of academic and personal growth that I experienced made this program worthwhile."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Studying abroad was the best experience I ever had. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity where you learn more about yourself, the world and people you would never normally meet. I had an amazing time learning and exploring a new culture and country. I walked into my homestay with no idea of the language but my host family was ..."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Not only did I greatly improve my Spanish speaking abilities, make new American and foreign friends, and explore all over Spain and Europe, but I also grew a lot as a person. Mainly, I experienced a new level of independence traveling in foreign countries by myself, and gained a fre..."
Caitlin S Bowdoin College
"I gained a lot of self confidence. Although I had a host family to help me, I had to do a lot of things on my own, including navigating a new city and mastering a new language. It was definitely worthwhile."
Ashley B Santa Clara University
"IES Abroad Nantes is an amazing program! Specifically, the host families and the program/university classes are two things I will highlight that were a huge part of everyone's day-to-day experiences. The host families are your home base: they really do welcome you in with open arms (which is rather difficult when you think about..."
A student Northwestern University
"I definitely learned a lot about Japan. I thought I understood a lot of things about Japan before I left. I thought I understood the exclusivity and indirectness of the culture, among the many other attitudes that run beneath the surface of Japanese society. But there are a lot of things that you can't understand unless you go t..."
A student Haverford College
"The program overall was a great experience. It definitely changed the way that I see American culture and the "way we do things" here in America. It helps to broaden your horizons about life in general. Living in a completely different culture gives you a great opportunity to reflect on yourself and grow as a person. The aca..."
Tyler S Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Studying abroad has taught me a lot about myself. I am more open to the idea of living somewhere extremely different for a short time, and it definitely made me catch the travel bug. It has also made me more confident when I enter new situations, because that was something we dealt with constantly while abroad. I have a special ..."
JoAnna N Indiana University - Bloomington
"I feel comfortable speaking conversational spanish now. I was able to travel to 5 other countries, travelled by myself, tried a ton of new foods, saw some incredible buildings and museums. "
Brendan C University of Rochester
"I learned so much about myself, what it means to travel, and about Ireland. I had an amazing experience, and I would go back in a heartbeat."
Markie A University of Rochester
"I always knew that I would be studying abroad at some point during my college career. Coming in, I did not know where I wanted to go or what I wanted to do, but I knew that I wanted to explore and fulfill a dream. I chose Barcelona because of my limited knowledge in Spanish as well as the desire to be located in Europe for a sem..."
Andrew B University of Wisconsin - Madison
"Invaluable experience. World class city, friendly people, engaging classes, intelligent professors, and a launching pad to travel throughout the rest of Europe. "
Grace N University of Rochester
"I learned about a new culture and ways that different people in various countries live. I also learned how to become adaptable and deal with almost any situation I came across. The whole experience was well worth it and I would do it again in a heartbeat. "
Katelynn D Hope College
"Besides the incredible amount of history and culture I learned from the 15 countries I visited, I learned most about myself. Being away from everything, I learned who I truly am and what I value. Most of all, I learned to have confidence. After all, if I can do this, I can do anything."
Bill M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned a lot about the history of Spain and its impact on the world. It was definitely worthwhile."
Abner A University of Rochester
"I gained a confidence in my own self-sufficiency and a lot of language skills. I also learned how to become more confident in my abilities. Overall, I would consider it worthwhile. "
Emily P Lehigh University
"Quito has a completely different pace of life than what I am used to in the U.S. Ecuadorians are never on time and value friendships and relationships with people above anything else. I really enjoyed spending 5 months in a place with a different mindset (about school, work, spending time with family, food, etc), and I have been..."
A student Wesleyan University
"I studied in Rabat for an entire academic year, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything! I took classes in French, took a class at University Mohammed V, learned basic Arabic, and learned so much about Moroccan culture and history. Spending the year seemed daunting in the beginning, but at the end of my first semester I was happy t..."
A student Tulane University
"I gained a new found greater desire to learn, grow, and explore. I gained best friends who have been through a lot of crucial life experiences with me. I learned to go with the flow and not take things so seriously."
Kimberly W University of Puget Sound
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