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 It Was An Amazing, Life Changing Experience! AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I did the internship program, so I learned the work ethics of Italy, I learned some of the Italian language and the Italian culture"

University of Hartford
Past Review Best Time Of My Life. AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"Studying abroad gave me a different outlook on life. It just opens your eyes to so much more than the little stuff we are used to. I met amazing people, whom i will always keep in touch with hopefully for years to come. Its very worth it."

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review An Amazing Life Changing Experience AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I learned so much from being abroad. I learned more in the past four months, than I have in my 20 years of living. It was absolutely amazing to see different cultures, and meet new people. I loved learning a new language, and being in a whole new environment. It was the best thing that has ever happened to me."

University of Hartford
Past Review Indescribable AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I've learned how to take care of myself and gained a lot of experiences that will hopefully help me get a good job when I graduate. It was definitely worthwhile."

University of Hartford
Past Review Adventure Is Out There AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"I learned a lot about myself and what I want to do with my life. I decided that I want to return as soon as I graduate and look for a job within the field of International Relations."

University of California - Irvine
Past Review The Most Rewarding Summer Of My Life AIFS: Athens - American College of Greece

"I learned a lot about communicating with others. I learned about another culture. I learned that patience and a smile go a long way. I learned that I am capable of being independent. I learned that life is short, so don't miss out. It was all very worthwhile."

Ohio Northern University
Past Review Interesting. AIFS: Paris - Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

"I learned that I can survive a lot of situations, and how to deal with people with different personalities. I also learned a lot about Art and Culture, language, and themes that are common to all people "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review This Was The Best Month Ever. AIFS: Paris - Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

"Made a ton of friends, improved my french a LOT, cultural experience. absolutely worth it."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review One Of The Most Wonderful Experiences Of My Life. AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"It was so worthwhile. I wish I could do it again. You learn to be more independent, you learn about other cultures and yourself. As well as American culture."

Western Washington University
Past Review Unforgettable AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I gained so much. I learned more about myself then I ever thought I could. I learned to be much more independent and not rely so much on others. It was definitely worthwhile!"

University of North Dakota
Past Review Limerick A Poetic Term For A Reason AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I made a lot of different people, not only from Ireland but also friends from different places around the US. "

Carroll College
Past Review An Amazing Experience Full Of Growth AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"My experience was amazing! I would absolutely do it again! I am planning on going back as soon as possible. I learned a lot about who I really am, what I am capable of, and just what I want from life from being there. I also learned about my love of languages."

Austin College
Past Review Lots Of Spanish Speaking And Culture AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"Because fluent in Spanish, now look at people differently and more open to people different from me"

The Catholic University of America
Past Review Amazing AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I made lifelong friends, and learned things I would have never learned if I didn't go abroad. "

Ithaca College
Past Review Coffee And Ham AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"It was completely worthwhile. It was a wonderful opportunity to understand (at least a little bit) the culture of Spain and to try and practice a new language with locals around the area. "

Western Washington University
Past Review Best Time Of My Life So Far! Can't Wait To Go Back! AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"How much I truly love to travel. I loved UL so much I'm going to go back to get my Masters. "

Saint John Fisher College
Past Review Inspiration In A City Filled With A History Of Magical Expression. AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"I learned to look at my own country from a global perspective. It opened my world to living in a big city and the Spanish culture. I became very experienced with understanding how the culture works. I realizes how to relax and go with the flow, which is how the Spanish look at time. It was amazing, it was very worth it. I can't ..."

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Great One Month Program; Loved Barcelona AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"Definitely worthwhile! I would go back in a heartbeat! I have a much better cultural understanding and I now know how to handle unfamiliar situations/experiences much better"

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review The Best Semester Ever AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I learned so much. I am confident to speak Spanish to anyone and I learned a lot about different cultures. I realized that I am able to be thrown into a foreign country knowing no one and I can come out with new best friends and some of the best times of my life."

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Past Review Prague = Paradise AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"broadening of my horizons and becoming a global thinker"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Went To Study Spanish And Learned So Much More Than Only A Language! AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"Completely worth every penny! It opened my eyes and I grew as an individual. "

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Greates Decision I Ever Made AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"I gained much more independence and self confidence. Before I left, I thought that Washington was where I was going to live for the rest of my life. After living somewhere else, even if for only three weeks, I realized that it's a big world out there, and I can live wherever I want."

Western Washington University
Past Review An Amazing Year That I Wish Everyone Could Experience. AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I learned more of the language, I met amazing people from Spain and all across the world. I was able to travel around Europe. I could not imagine a better year!"

Western Washington University
Past Review A Time Of Exploration And Adventure Away From Home! AIFS: Wellington - Victoria University of Wellington

"I learned how to live on my own. I learned how to advocate for myself and not depend on my professors for guidance or friends for guidance. I also became a new me through exploring new things I like to do such as camping and hiking and cooking. It was totally worthwhile! I will never forget my experience!"

Bethel University
Past Review A Fun Time But Little Language Improvement AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"I gained a new family. I will definitely visit them in the future. This program was worthwhile and I loved every day of it."

Drake University