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 learned so much about French culture by being in a less touristy city like Nantes. This program is beyond worthwhile. I was so impressed by how much my French improved through this cultural immersion."
Katie N Northwestern University
"Listening comprehension and speaking skills vastly improved and since I'm a history geek, it was hard to choose what to see/visit first."
Mary F Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Studying abroad in Buenos Aires with IES was one of the most enjoyable and lasting experiences I've had in college. Paradoxically, although the demand of the classes in terms of grade rewards are moderately low, I felt that my semester accounted for some of the most important and accelerated learning processes I've had in colle..."
Addison A University of Rochester
"I learned that there is more than one perspective in this world and what I think is not always what other people think. Being abroad helped me become a more global person and helped me develop into the person I am today. This program was very important in my own personal growth."
Adam B University of Connecticut
"As a result of my experience abroad, I gained confidence in my abilities to live on my own in a new place. I learned about London and the people who live in it, and gained a greater understanding and appreciation of British culture. I also had the opportunity to meet a diverse group of students from universities across the Unit..."
Allie B Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Definitely worthwhile- I learned a lot about myself and what makes me happy and what I enjoy doing, as well as what kinds of challenges are productive. I want to work internationally later in life, so volunteering with a local NGO helped me better understand office culture there and what international NGOs look like. And obvious..."
Leah C Duke University
"I gained confidence, and was able to explore my personal and academic interests further. "
Mary H Hope College
"I gained a great deal of knowledge about France and their culture, while also learning a lot about myself. I gained so much more confidence after living abroad."
Annie B Hope College
"I think the experience of living in a vibrant, global city like London has taught me how to enjoy the important aspects of life, as well as how to communicate and share ideas with people of a different culture."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"It was everything I dreamed it would be and more. I was able to take private trumpet lessons with a legend and master teacher, was constantly inspired by some of the finest musicians in the world on a weekly basis, gained a lot of independence, made new life-long friends, and was able to be the first family member to return to t..."
Jenna V Ithaca College
"I learned to adapt to new situations and to make friends with people who are different from me. It was definitely worthwhile."
Lindsey R The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to get outside of my comfort zone and explore new things. It was definitely worthwhile."
Alyssa N Trinity University
"Had an incredible chance to be fully immersed in Chilean culture and Spanish language. Made new friends and experienced a different way of living. 100% worthwhile."
A student Johns Hopkins University
"I gain a who new outlook on another culture. Constantly I find myself looking back on the experience with nothing but the fondest of memories. "
Troy M George Washington University
"Very worthwhile! Gained confidence, lifelong memories/friendships, travel experience, cultural sensitivity/knowledge, became a more well-rounded person. The list could go on and on!"
Tate F University of San Diego
"I got to try to new things, eat amazing food, make friends across the world, and experience independence/personal growth. It was totally worthwhile. "
Jessica G Occidental College
"I learned an incredible amount about Spanish, Catalan and American culture and I was able to delve deeper into the subjects I am studying at Conn Coll, I studied new topics that I am not currently studying, I was able to brush up on my Spanish conversation skills, I gained experience planning my own trips and I learned a lot abo..."
Monica M Connecticut College
"I learned so much about the culture I was in. Germans can be very outgoing when you really get to know them. They are just as curious about us as we are of them and some amazing friendships can come out of that. I also learned so much about ethnocentrism. Americans are the epitome of it. I gained an understanding about our cult..."
Madeleine W Susquehanna University
"I saw some mind-blowing things, met some great people, and had an overall amazing time in Rome. I definitely learned some things about myself, conquered the challenges of foreign travel, and gained a new perspective on the world. Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I ever made. "
Lucas M Indiana University - Bloomington
"Considering I was there for less than 2 months, I learned a lot. I came to a new understanding of German culture, and grew a lot personally."
Karl B University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I learned what I am capable of, that I can speak Spanish pretty well, that I can live by myself and thrive in a place where I didn't know anybody on day 1."
Lucas B Macalester College
"I became a more confident, more mature musician. I fell in love with another language that I felt confident in my abilities to speak to strangers with, and I made a home in a foreign country. "
Charlotte O Indiana University - Bloomington
"Specifically from my art history classes I learned a lot, especially about Austrian art and museums. I became a lot more sure of myself and more independent, specifically from traveling alone. I am less of a shy person now, since I was put into a whole new country not knowing anyone, I could not afford to be shy and not go out a..."
Dominique G University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
"My experience in Madrid was extremely worthwhile. Increased knowledge of Madrid and the rest of Spain and left the country with a far more advanced proficiency in Spanish than when I started. Developed a greater sense of independence and maturity traveling throughout Spain and Europe and navigating various cities."
Isabel M Connecticut College
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