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 could answer this question in an essay. It was the most worthwhile thing I have ever done. I learned about myself, other people, different academic styles of learning, another language, 2 other cultures plus bits about other places speaking to ERASMUS students...."
A student Ithaca College
"So much that i don't know where to start. I learned how the world views america (politics, entertainment, obesity etc) to learning who I am. You have a clean slate when you go abroad; be yourself and you will make friends who appreciate you for who you are. "
Henry N Anonymous University
"It was definitely worthwhile, I learned a lot about myself and who I am and who I'm not."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a new appreciation for the history of Spain especially their civil war. I also got to explore all the barrios of Barcelona which has always been a dream of mine. In that, I wasn't dissappointed. Barcelona is a beautiful city, and I loved living the urban livestyle. I believe it was worthwhile. It was a unique, fascinati..."
Brigetta S University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"It was definitely worthwhile! I learned how to travel independently and make friends with all different types of people, from all over the world. I tasted different foods, traveled mostly every weekend and learned so much. I am changed for the better and am so grateful for the opportunity."
A student Providence College
"Knowledge about the people in Ecuador impacted by the politics and economics that I have studied. Fluency in Spanish. Many great friends. "
alaina h The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to be independent and advocate for myself, and I experienced Germany's diversity, both in terms of landscapes and people. My experience was absolutely worthwhile and greatly enriching."
hilaryec Brandeis University
"learned spanish and a lot about myself. definitely worthwhile"
A student Ithaca College
"Definitely worthwhile. It was interesting to see the different perspectives of the US, Britain and more."
arianna.jarosinski Ithaca College
"it was amazing. i learned so much about my self, personal growth and all about an amazing city and culture. I never knew what it meant to love a city until i went to Roma! My possibilities are endless now. "
Mia C Ithaca College
"Confidence, travel experience, love from a wonderful family. Totally worthwhile"
Christina D Ithaca College
"I learned more about myself as a person, friend, and musician. This was the best thing I've ever done for myself, and I made lifelong friends."
A student Ithaca College
"I gained an understanding of culture, people, language and myself that one can only gain by living it. It was completely worthwhile and something I wouldn't trade for the world."
Kristin S Hope College
"to be independent and enjoy each day; it was worthwhile"
A student Trinity University
"I was able to expand my comfort zone by studying and working in a city I had never been to before and didn't know the language. I went on adventures by myself everyday and became very independent. It was definitely worthwhile."
olivia.molineux Cornell University
"Yes, it was worthwhile. "
Corinne S Anonymous University
"I made a lot of friends and learned quite a bit of Japanese for such a short program."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a global perspective, Spanish skills, and an appreciation for another culture as well as my own. It was completely worthwhile."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"My self-confidence increased and I trust myself way more than I did before. It was the most incredible experience and worth every bit of homesickness or stress. "
Rachel S University of California - Santa Barbara
"I became a more well rounded person after experiencing different cultures throughout Europe. "
A student Providence College
"I'm now a more relaxed, easy-going person than I was before. It's amazing to look back and see how much less stress I feel now than I felt before. "
A student Ithaca College
"I improved my spanish and lived in a very very small town for once. It was worthwhile. "
A student Ithaca College
"I learned to trust myself and my skills. I learned how to relate to another culture and navigate my way around the city, being flexible with the bumps, and still making it an adventure. "
Chelsea S The Catholic University of America
"I made new friends, whom I plan to keep in touch with. I learned how to be more independent compared to before my study abroad experience. I also have matured during my study abroad experience. I can say that I learned first-hand knowledge about Japanese culture, after being taught for two years. I definately believe that this t..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned a lot not only about myself, but about other cultures. It was definitely worthwhile and I am extremely happy that I was able to study abroad. I became more independent and a bit more secure with who I am. I wasn't insecure before I went to Italy, but after this past semester, I know who I am. I was able to learn a lot ..."
taylor.willey.18 Ithaca College
IES Abroad: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
