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 2, 2025
Past Review The Trip Of A Lifetime! AIFS: Berlin – Freie University

"Upon entering Berlin, I chose to live with a homestay family as I had four years’ language experience and hoped to widen my perspective on the German culture even further. Through the duration of the semester, the homestay option was very challenging as I had expected. With every day came a new lesson learned as I practiced my G..."

University of Tampa
Past Review France With Aifs AIFS: Grenoble - Grenoble School of Management

"I love learning and I love traveling; I think I love traveling because it helps me learn-- the world is the best classroom after all. Enrolling in an AIFS program allowed me to live in France for a semester were I was able to immerse myself in courses and cultural experiences to propel me towards my personal, academic, and profe..."

Cornell College
Past Review Best Semester Of My Life AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"it was so worthwhile"

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
Past Review My Semester In Madrid: A City Of Parks And Sunsets AIFS: Madrid - Universidad Nebrija

"The language barrier helped me to think differently and really understand how important it is to learn other languages and visit other cultures. I understood just how privileged I am for having grown up in a country where everyone is expected to speak English. It also made me want to continue practicing and learning Spanish, as ..."

Rhodes College
Past Review The Best Four Months Of My Life Granada, Spain AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"I gained an appreciation for many languages and cultures in Europe and a love for international traveling. "

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
Past Review Be Comfortable In The Uncomfortable. AIFS: Athens - American College of Greece

"It was. I learned a lot and definitely appreciate cultural differences more now."

Concordia University Nebraska
Past Review A Great London Experience AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"life lessons on growth and maturity, happiness, confidence, independence, friendships, etc"

Birmingham-Southern College
Past Review Amazing Program AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"I gained plenty of skills such as being independent, adaptability and I learned the difference between spaniards and latin americans."

Rowan University
Past Review A Truly Life Changing Experience AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"I learned that you can truly do ANYTHING you set your mind to. It was the best decision I've made in my life thus far. "

Ball State University
Past Review Life Changing Study Abroad In Costa Rica With Aifs AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"I learned that I love to travel and I want to see more of the world. I learned to be grateful for the things that I have and the experiences I was able to have as well. I learned to live more authentically to who I am instead of who others want me to be. It was most certainly worthwhile."

Texas State University-San Marcos
Past Review Amazing Experience!!!!!! AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"A cool opportunity I got to partake in thanks to AIFS was working as a tour guide at the Church of Santa Croce, this church was across the street from my apartment and is where Michelangelo is buried! All students at AIFS are offered the opportunity to partake in volunteer work, a friend of mine got to help teach children at a l..."

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I gained so much self confidence and can proudly say that I am much more outgoing than when I started my program. Seeing the world allowed me to open my eyes to many different things and I found a passion inside of me that I want to continue to see as much of the world as I can!"

Universidad de Salamanca / University of Salamanca
Past Review I Was Discriminated Against. AIFS: Seville - Universidad de Sevilla

"Yes, it was worthwhile. The experience also taught me how to constantly think outside of the box and to prevail when times get really hard."

Citrus College
Past Review Bountiful Opportunists In Budapest AIFS: Budapest - Corvinus University

"I learnt how to be independent and travel alone. I was able to throw myself into a new place that had a completely forgeign language to me. It was incredible and I can't wait to go back!"

College of Charleston
Past Review Studying Abroad With Aifs In Ireland Was Grande, Cheers AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I learned that sometimes no plan is the best plan, that was a big thing for me. Sometimes the most amazing experiences come when you least expect them. Definitely worthwhile!"

College of Charleston
Past Review I Am Coming Back! AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"I was able to learn about the social and political issues occurring in Spain and I was able to better understand the different cultures abroad. I gained a lot of independence and learned a lot about myself."

University of Hartford
Past Review My Semester Abroad AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I learned about adapting to cultural differences. Yes, it was worthwhile."

Berea College
Past Review Barcelona Is The Best City In The World AIFS: Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma Barcelona

"Another great thing to add, at the beginning of the semester they hosted Catalan classes! This I have found helpful to this day. "

Mount St. Mary's University, Maryland
Past Review I See Paris, I See France! AIFS: Grenoble - Grenoble School of Management

"It was absolutely worthwhile. Spending months in a foreign country where you don't speak the language improves your language skills, makes you more adaptable and flexible, gives you a greater understanding of the culture you're in and opens up your eyes to all of the opportunities that the world offers. "

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Salamanca: A Unique Place To Study Abroad! AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I met so many unique individuals. I decided to join a salsa class and travel throughout Spain! I gained experiences that shape the way I think and how I interact with others! "

Claflin University
Past Review Study Abroad Made Me More Confident And Ambitious AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"I learned a new way of living: more sustainably, more fresh foods, more outdoor adventures, and so much more. I gained confidence in my ability to plan a trip anywhere around the world and I learned how much I love the Spanish language. I now plan to do whatever it takes to live abroad and become fluent in the language. Study ab..."

Washington State University
Past Review Mi Corazon Siempre! AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"Adjustability, fluency, openness, self-awareness"

Howard University
Past Review Pure Life AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"I learned to truly appreciate life. Take a break from technology and just go take a bus downtown and see things you've never seen in your own city. Costa Rica made me realize how to be happy with who I am surrounded by."

Concordia University - Irvine
Past Review Looking For An Experience Abroad? Pick Ai Fs. AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"This experience taught me a lot about myself, who I am, what my purpose is, and what I want for my future. Most importantly, it taught me what makes me happy and how I can maintain that happiness. It was a worthwhile experience and if I could relive the whole thing over again, I would. "

Dominican University