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 went into the IES Vienna program to learn more about myself, my own artistic identity as a composer and my personal needs as a human being. I learned that so much of what I value in life stems beyond just my career goals, and that there is an entire world of people, places, and things to be explored. My joy came from the const..."
Zach H University of Hartford
"Very much worthwhile, I gained way more than I expected. Each passing day was like a treat; an opportunity to learn something new and see something I've never seen before. I fell in love with every small quality about being abroad. Meeting new people from different backgrounds never bored me and learning about a new tradition or..."
johana g The University of Texas at Austin
"New culture experience and language skills"
Andres G University of Tulsa
"I learned about the vibrant Spanish culture and people. It was extremely worthwhile. "
A student Occidental College
"I learned that most young people in the United States are very unaware of the world around us and the international and intranational events taking place. I think that I have become much more invested in understanding events outside of the bubble I have created for myself. I definitely believe that it was worthwhile. "
Nicole C Wofford College
"If you're looking for a university town full of energy, excitement, and new experiences, Salamanca is the city for you! It is big enough and diverse enough for self-discovery and gaining independence, but still gives you the small home town feeling when you cross paths with familiar faces on a daily basis. You can also walk ever..."
Madeline O DePauw University
"Study abroad affected almost every aspect of my life. Academically, being abroad allowed me to learn in more ways than just in the classroom. In fact, I would claim that I learned more outside of the classroom. Because of this, I think the concept of learning, rather than just going through my classes to get good grades, was r..."
A student Claremont McKenna College
"Living in Madrid taught me how much I love living in a city and allowed me to reflect on what I want to do going forward toward graduation. I gained a lot of self confidence as I traveled and learned to navigate the city. I also made wonderful friends that I know I will be close with for years to come. Studying abroad in Madrid ..."
A student Williams College
"Going abroad enabled me to become a more independent person and enabled me to experience and immerse myself in a new culture. I am so happy that I studied abroad in Vienna because it was an amazing city and had many different cultural offerings. "
Alli P Boston College
"I gained a solid group of girlfriends that I believe I will be friends with for the rest of my life. I also improved greatly as a musician, and received invaluable career advice from my private lesson teacher that has encouraged me to consider pursuing a Master's in music performance. The experience helped me become more indepen..."
A student Boston College
"I gained a new outlook on life. It's so hard to explain, but basically after seeing how different things are in Europe, I've acquired somewhat of a distaste for certain things about America. I won't delve into those because you'll certainly form your own opinions after your experience, but I will dwell on how different I do feel..."
Katie E University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"My study abroad experience in the Health Practice and Policy program was great. All of my professors were very qualified and experienced in the subjects that they taught me. I had a Study London course that was taught by an Oxford lecturer who regularly explored European politics in his research. For my three HPP courses, I felt..."
Gordon E American University
"cultural awareness, spanish fluency, independence, cultural immersion "
Jelisa V Santa Clara University
"I gained independence, more confidence, better Spanish language skills, and friends that I will have for a lifetime. My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Illinois - Chicago
"I gained a much better understanding of diversity and of how much a culture can benefit from being such an internationally-integrated city. I learned how to live and thrive on my own and how to make the best out of a short amount of time living in a city that was so wonderful. "
Nicole H University of Colorado - Denver
"I learned that there might be a wrong way to do things but there is most definitely more than one right way of doing things. Different ways of life give you different cultural insights that will help you learn more about yourself and the world that you live in. "
Rabia H Elmhurst University
"Going abroad to Freiburg gave me not only practical, concrete knowledge of issues in current Germany as well as locally and a broader cultural appreciation, but also taught me how to live independently on my own for the first time."
A student Wake Forest University
"The IES program in Vienna was incredible. The staff is a wonderful community, all of whom are willing to help with anything and everything. The classes are interesting with professors from varied backgrounds. One of my professors was a curator at the Art History Museum which allowed us to have class in the museum once a week. Vi..."
A student Colgate University
"Leaving home for the Paris BIA program was my first experience of Europe. I was nervous, but I certainly couldn't keep my excitement at bay. I had never taken French a day in my life. Luckily, I had amazing professors who taught me just what I needed to further my exploration. I simply needed is a bit of confidence and courage t..."
A student University of Rochester
"I learned music through classes, lessons, and culture and gained life-long friendships. I gained more confidence as a person and learned to really appreciate how amazing traveling with friends can be. It was definitely worthwhile."
Andrew.Arensman California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained world experience, lifelong friends, and a deep love and knowledge of a new city. "
A student Johns Hopkins University
"I greatly improved my language skills while I was there. I would consider this a great and worthwhile skill."
Tiffany N Santa Clara University
"Absolutely "
Will D University of the South
" I gained so much from my experience abroad. I was able to explore Ireland, I made amazing friendships, and learned so much about the culture."
Erin W Hope College
"I learned about different cultures and other countries' histories. Definitely worthwhile!!"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
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