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 Limerick: The Time Of My Life AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"Absolutely. I got the opportunity to place myself in a new culture and grow from learning to cope with it. Not to mention, I got to see one of the most beautiful countries in the world. I now plan to change from corporate law to international law."

University of North Dakota
Past Review South Africa: A World Within A Country AIFS: Stellenbosch - Study Abroad or Service Learning at Stellenbosch University

"I have learned what it means to be a global citizen. "

Stonehill College
Past Review Studying Abroad In Barcelona: The Experience Of A Lifetime AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"Cultural immersion and living abroad experience as well as language use with the locals "

Westminster College, MO
Past Review Costa Rica: Living Pura Vida! AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"Yes! I learned a lot about not only different culture, but I also learned a lot about myself by taking a leap of faith and doing something totally different than anything I have ever done"

University of Minnesota - Morris
Past Review Firenze: Memories That Will Last A Lifetime! AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"Absolutely! I gained a greater knowledge of the culture, food, and traditions of Italy. Being in this program made me want to truly travel all over the world. It was one of the best experiences of my life. "

Past Review Salzburg Changed Me For The Better AIFS: Salzburg - University of Salzburg

"I wouldn't trade my experience in Salzburg for the world. I met amazing people, had a great time, and would just really like to go back. I now have a vast knowledge of Austria and her place in the grand scheme of things."

Lasell College
Past Review Salamanca: The Greatest Little City Of Europe. AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"Yes! I learned soo much about myself and the world outside. I wish that I could do it all over again, but then I would never want to lose the experiences that I gained being there. It made me see the world differently, in a way that sometimes cannot be explained. It has impacted me for my future, because now more than ever I wan..."

Washington State University - Pullman campus
Past Review Paris, Je T'aime AIFS: Paris - Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

"I am more independent and confident--if I can figure out how to navigate and survive in a city where I hardly speak the language, I can sure as hell do anything I need to do here in America. It motivated me to learn French as well as I can, and it made me realize that there really are foreign people in the world--Americans tend ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Best Time Of My Life AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"My experience was absolutely worthwile and I gain a sense of independence and grew in so many ways. "

University of Vermont
Past Review Challenging, Rewarding, Extremely Educational, Life Changing, Eye Opening: Study Abroad. AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"The best part about studying abroad is that you get to know a knew way of life other than that we live in the U.S. There are OTHER ways of going about things, whether they differ dramatically or very little from the way we do things. Since studying abroad, I am enthusiastic about learning a second language."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review I Wish I Could Be Back In London AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"Definitely. I learned so much more about the world and about myself. The experience was totally worth while and I am so glad I didn't let my nerves get in the way!"

Quinnipiac University
Past Review Salamaca, Spain: The Time Of My Life AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"AIFS in Salamanca, Spain was absolutely wonderful. It opened my eyes to another culture and another side of the world. I have more of an understanding for foreigners who come to the USA now."

Wright State University
Past Review My First Big Girl Trip... In Paris. AIFS: Paris - Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises

"Every day in a foreign country brings many opportunities for cultural, educational, and emotional experiences. This being my first trip abroad (and in an airplane!), I was very nervous about traveling to a new country alone, but I was able to fit right in with amazing people who were going through some of the same things I was. ..."

Mercyhurst College
Past Review A Summer In London With Aifs Opened My Eyes To My Future! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"I was able to focus in on where I want my life and my career to go after being in London. I also gained a broader knowledge of different cultures and lifestyles. I gained tollerance, peace of mind, independence, and most importantly a sense of self."

High Point University
Past Review London: The Time Of My Life! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"London was definately worthwhile. My main goal was to travel as much as I could. Being in London and going to an international school was very cool because you met people from all over the world. I would love to go back and spend more time in London and touring Europe."

Daemen College
Past Review Spain: A Different World AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"From the moment I arrived in Spain I felt so much more aware. I have learned to pay attention to world events and only want to experience more. The semester abroad definitely helped me grow up in so many ways. Now that I am actually back on a campus I feel like everything is so structured and I miss the freedom of Europe."

Grand Valley State University
Past Review Salamanca: The Most Spanish City Of Spain AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I learned how to survive on my own in a foreign country and trusting my language abilities to get me through any situation. I learned that people are readily available to help you and understand that you are a foreign student. There were many differences between the United States and Spain and I learned how to accept both cul..."

Eastern Connecticut State University
Past Review Studying Abroad In England Was A Once In A Lifetime Experience, I'm So Happy I Did This! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"Absolutely! I was amazing to experience a new country with different customs than your own. I would do it again in a heartbeat!"

Elizabethtown College
Past Review Vida Granadina Only The Best! AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"This experience is something I will remember forever, and I would never take it back for anything. It was so incredible, that I feel there are no words that I could place on the experience that would justify how wonderful it was. I feel so much more culturally aware and appreciative and the semester in Spain helped me determine ..."

Clark University
Past Review London, I Want To Move! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"It really changed my life! I actually am making plans to move there. "

Tiffin University
Past Review Best Decision I Made During College Career And Life AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I can't wait to go back again to Italy as well as other countries. I want to see them all and experience all different types of cultures. I am hoping to work as a traveling nurse for the first couple years of my practice because of this experience. "

Saint John Fisher College
Past Review Wonderful London Interns AIFS: London - Richmond International Internship Program

"It was definitely worth while. I learned so much more than I could have done in a classroom."

Salisbury University
Past Review South Africa: A Study Abroad Like No Other AIFS: Stellenbosch - Study Abroad or Service Learning at Stellenbosch University

"Choosing to study abroad in South Africa was one of the best decisions I have ever made and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I learned so much about the culture and the country and I absolutely fell in love with it. I can only hope that one day I will make it back there. "

High Point University
Past Review Climbing To New Heights In South Africa AIFS: Stellenbosch - Study Abroad or Service Learning at Stellenbosch University

"It was incredible worthwhile. I learned so much about myself and this beautiful, diverse nation. I came back to the US changed for the better, and desiring more travel and international experiences in the future. I am now looking into working abroad or domestically with international populations. I don't know exactly what the fu..."

Marietta College