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
"Yes definitely. I learned a lot in Europe, about their culture, politics and also about America and about myself."
Cynthia W Grinnell College
"I was able to drastically improve my verbal skills in Spanish and I also learned a vast amount of grammar that I would have not been able to all learn at Harvard. Being immersed in Spain while improving my Spanish skills so greatly also made me more determined to improve my Spanish and someday use it in my profession- whether it..."
Yehna C Harvard University
"Yes. I learnt a lot through the mistakes I had made."
Jinzhao W Harvard University
"I loved Morocco but this program ruined it."
Dounia K North Carolina State University
"I learned that traveling is a real passion of mine. i learned how to interact with people from all sorts of countries and how Americans are viewed by other types of people. I realized I can get to know a foreign city all by myself in a matter of weeks and really asserted my independence."
Clare S University of Rochester
"I improved my french, a lot. I thought that the administration was merh - could have been better. But I met a lot of really cool people, most of them from my own college that I didn't know went here, and it was life changing. "
Virginia B The University of Texas at Austin
"Absolutely. I've gained a travel bug, not to mention such a love for Australia."
Melanie S Ithaca College
"learned about so many different cultures, especially when travelling around. became more independent as i did much traveling alone. and most importantly i saw the world and it has made me want to see more and work in it. I hope to get an internship this summer with the state department and work in a foreign embassy on policy and..."
jeremy b Ithaca College
"I learned to be independent and understand another culture other than my own. Being abroad has helped to become a better person. "
Sarah M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I had traveled abroad before my experience in Chile, yet this trip opened my eyes even more to the world and was a humbling experience. I feel more confident in myself as well as stepping out into the world after college. "
Shereen A The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes, it was the best. ... Sorry, but I've definitely filled out this same survey."
Corrine S Pacific Lutheran University
"I wouldn't be who I am today if I had not gone to Argentina for four months.I see more clearly now what I want to do with my life, and what I think is important in life. I also met some amazing people that I hope to never lose contact with. Many of them were Americans, but that does't bother me in the least. It's who the person ..."
Michelle T The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes, I did it mostly for the language aquisition and that is what I got most out of it. "
Rachael T Brandeis University
"My overall experience was fantastic. I truly enjoyed getting to immerse myself in a new culture. Not only did I get to experience Ireland, but I also gained a fresh perspective on life in the United States as a result. My abroad experience has caused me to look into enrolling in graduate school in Ireland. I loved Dublin, I ..."
Bre C Indiana University - Bloomington
"Everything changed after this trip. It was incredible. "
Bailey R Anonymous University
"Yes. A new life perspective, so much happiness, a lot of knowledge about Ireland and the Troubles in Northern Ireland, lifelong friendships"
Haley D Anonymous University
"The program was worthwhile because I felt it offered the means to become integrated with the Italian people. This integration is possible in cities like Rome, Venice and Florence, but difficult without the proper guidance and timing. "
Christopher C The University of Texas at Austin
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned how to be more independent, I was able to take my first film class and I also took my first law class. I learned how to live on my own and cook for myself. This experience taught me not to be intimidated by the difficulty or material of a class."
Jonathan P Duke University
"Yes! It greatly improved my confidence in my French abilities and was a great cultural experience."
Katie M Indiana University - Bloomington
"My study abroad experience was most definitely worthwhile. I will be back there this summer. I made Spanish friends, but I also made close bonds with my fellow IES Granada classmates. Overall I created a third home and another family. "
Marianna M Ithaca College
"My Spanish improved drastically, especially on the conversational side. I got to experience many different countries in Europe and my study abroad experience made me even more interested global issues and cultures. "
Hayley M University of Redlands
"yes, my volunteer position made everything so much more worthwhile. I also learned that I am capable of finding my own activities and exploring a place on my own."
Charlotte W Tufts University
"Absolutely. I think of Barcelona everyday - in fact, I may want to live there one day. The city nourished my passion for people, language, and culture...and now I know I want to study Sociology. "
Sheema G Harvard University
"YES! It helped me gain lots of experience as an activist, but this wasn't helped or supported by IES or Wellesley at ALL. I did that completely on my own. "
Anna W Wellesley College
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