4.6 - 639 Reviews

AIFS

https://www.aifsabroad.com/

AIFS is a program provider offering 43 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, and Research abroad programs in 26 countries such as France, Czech Republic, Italy, and Netherlands.

AIFS is recognized as a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since 1964, over 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS. With more than 50 years of experience, we have the resources and experience to provide what our students want and need in a study abroad program and to safeguard their welfare around the globe.

Unlike many other study abroad programs or independent study options, AIFS program fees are guaranteed in U.S. dollars. Our program fee is also comprehensive, making it simple for you to live and study abroad and experience all that the world has to offer.

AIFS offers a wide range of unique programs in Asia, Australia, Europe, South Africa and the Americas. Most AIFS campuses offer courses in English or in foreign languages from beginner to advanced levels, so you don’t even have to know a foreign language to study abroad.

For more information, visit our website at https://www.aifsabroad.com/.

Study Abroad with AIFS

OVERALL RATING 4.6
Based on 639 Reviews
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October 3, 2025
Past Review Something New, But Super Fun! AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"Studying abroad in Barcelona was a great experience where I got to explore a new culture and live out of my element. This challenged me and helped me grow as a person."

Drake University
Past Review Life Changing AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"I learned about life outside of the United States, and I also learned a lot about myself. It was worth every penny and every second."

Stevens Institute of Technology
Past Review The Most Amazing Time Of My Life AIFS: Paris - Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

"It was incredible. I learned so much about myself and the world that I thought I had already known. "

St. Mary's College of Maryland
Past Review Loads Of Americans, Problems With Diversity AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I learned a lot about my own culture, which I did not expect. It was shocking to me how much people look to basic cultural stereotypes to identify people. I found people often asking me and my friends about our ethnicity and religion almost immediately after asking our names. In Canada, this would be inconceivably rude. "

University of Calgary
Past Review An Unforgettable Experience AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"I learned a lot about myself as a person, not just as a student. I gained insight into other cultures and therefore was able to better understand the world around me. It was definitely worthwhile. I cannot begin to imagine if I had chosen a different program. "

St. Mary's College of Maryland
Past Review Get Some Soul AIFS: Perth, Fiji - Murdoch University

"The answer to this question would be an understatement to my experience abroad. It was one of the best decisions I have made thus far, and I plan and hope to continue to travel."

University of Hartford
Past Review Free Yourself AIFS: Perth, Fiji - Murdoch University

"It's hard to sum up what has been gained or learned over a 6 month period into just a few sentences. I've tried to do it to my friends and family and it just doesn't work. All I can say is it's worth every second and dollar, and it will change you."

University of Hartford
Past Review The Time Of My Life!!! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"Words cannot explain how grateful I am to have embarked on this adventure. I was so nervous as all of you will be but it was such a great adventure. I some great friends that I will stay in touch with my whole life. I am also trying to find a way to get back to London someday. "

Western Washington University
Past Review The Best Time Of My Life! AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"I learned that I am an independent person who loves to travel and see the world. It was worth every penny and I made life long friends who see the world the same way I do. "

Western Washington University
Past Review Florence An Amazing Place To Study Art History And Museology AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I was able to complete an amazing internship at Museo Bellini and would do anything to do it again. I had a single project while I was abroad and I "graduated" from Bellini University and the collection will now carry my name."

Western Washington University
Past Review Grenoble! Grenoble! Wooo! Grenoble! AIFS: Grenoble - University of Grenoble - French Language and Culture and Intensive French Language

"I gained more confidence in French, more independence, and making unforgettable friends."

Berea College
Past Review Amazing; Firenze Is Now My Home Away From Home. AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"Absolutely worthwhile. I learned to live outside my comfort zone and explore my independence. I cherish that I learned how to live in the moment."

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Past Review Groundbreaking AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"New perspectives!"

Western Washington University
Past Review Amazing AIFS: London - Richmond International Internship Program

"I learned the different culture and all the history London had to offer. It was definitely worthwhile. I loved it!"

University of Hartford
Past Review Amazing AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"Learned a lot about Spanish culture"

Millsaps College
Past Review Hands Down The Best Decision I've Made AIFS: Salzburg - University of Salzburg

"Studying in Salzburg was the BEST experience of my life. I gained so much independence and confidence while abroad - something about venturing out on your own in a foreign country makes you feel unstoppable."

Southwestern College
Past Review I Wish I Could Be Back AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"While I was abroad I learned so much about myself and others. It really gave me a lot of respect to foreigners who struggle with their English. I made so many friends both American and Spanish. "

Western Michigan University
Past Review Life Changing AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"It was so worth while- I gained incredible perspective on how the rest of the world functions, as it is much different than in the United States."

University of Maine at Orono
Past Review Summer In London AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"You learn a lot, become more independent, and it's fun"

Ohio State University - Columbus
Past Review I Cannes Dig It! AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"It was the most worthwhile experience I have ever been through. If I had to do it over again I absolutely would. It was worth every dollar that I spent. I gained real-world experience, as well as professional world experience. I interned at the Cannes Film Festival and learned a lot about the entertainment industry which I am i..."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Cannes I Please Go Again? AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"I wouldn't spend my time write a review for the program endorsing it if I didn't think it was the best. Studying abroad is the best decision I've made in college. I got to meet incredible people from all across the U.S., France, and the world. I got to be thrown outside of my comfort zone and truly live independently, away from ..."

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Past Review Travel, Learning, And Life. AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I learned Spanish, and that I love to travel, and that I can stand on my own, and a ton about global companies like McDonalds and Starbucks, not to mention quite a bit about the European economy."

Trinity University
Past Review I Would Love To Be Able To Recommend This Program AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"I would love to be able to recommend this program. The onsite staff was great, the professors were engaging and friendly, but the lack of security provided for female students was disgraceful. I took part in this program so that I could have security and guidance during my first experience abroad. The AIFS staff onsite were wond..."

Western Washington University
Past Review Adventure On The French Rivera AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"Going abroad was a life changing experience that was without a doubt worthwhile. I learned so much about myself and am so much more confident with my abilities to be integrate into new cultures. "

Austin College
Past Review Breathtaking AIFS: Salzburg - University of Salzburg

"It's okay to go to a country where you don't speak the language at all- it gives you new opportunities to learn and try to integrate yourself with the local culture and people there. "

University of Hartford