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 Prague: What's Up? AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"I'm all for meeting great people, and now I have a network of friends in America and the CZ that make future visiting much easier"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review A Longhorn In Espana AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"For my career goals I'm still heading the same path. But study abroad had gave me an opportunity to hang out with people that I usually don't see myself with."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Went To Granada To See The Al Hambra, And I Did. Thrice. AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"I felt so lost. Spaniards are vain, blunt, and rude. I had the hardest time connecting with Spaniards, and I don't think I'll go back to Spain."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Italy, Ups And Downs AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"No. Too much stuff happened that were not worth it. I would love to go abroad again, but not to Florence."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review A View Of Italia AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I feel like I have a new understanding of myself by being abroad and gaining a wider appreciation for different cultures and peoples."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Italian Experience Gave Me Independence AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"i gained independence and opened my eyes to a different culture. i am very interested in traveling abroad in the future."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Florence Journey Suprassed My Expectations AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I gained a wider knowledge of Italian history and and culture alos an appreciation for art. It made me consider what I would like to do in the future with my career."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life. The Good Obliterates The Bad. AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"It was worth while. I learned how to be independent, and live on my own. I had to learn really quickly how to run a household with roommates. I know how to deal with issues with others now. I also learned a lot more about myself and my own problems. It was an eye-opening experience. I definitely want to study abroad again,..."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Its Ahhh Miii!! Mario!!! AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I feel more educated about other cultures and people. I have learned that you can learn from many other things other than school. Real life experiences are the ones that stick with you forever."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Life In Florence: La Bella Vida AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I gained a lot of self-confidence and independence. Parts were hard; there were definitely ups and downs, but it was a great experience in the end."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Studying Abroad In Florence, Italy. AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"It was extremely worthwhile. I met a lot of amazing and nice people there and I had so much fun being able to live on my own without having to deal with parents on my back all the time. I enjoyed this program a lot. "

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Florence AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"yes. i was able to learn a new langauge and a new culture while living in it. i met new people and learned how to be an independent person "

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Italy, Memory For A Lifetime AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"it's definitely worth it. i did a lot of travelling around. i gained a better understanding about cultural difference. i did rethinking a lot about my plans for the future during my travels. it's an experience i will always be thankful to."

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Skipping The Dorm Living Stage And Straight Into True Independent Living. AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I think it was worth while because out of it i understood the challenges that come along with living on your own and with roommates. "

Colby-Sawyer College
Past Review Prague: My Home Away From Home AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"This experience was definitely worthwhile. I wish I had stayed for a year and I am already trying to figure out if I have time to study abroad again. This program gave me a lot of insight into the every day lives of Czech citizens and has made me much more interested in language and European history. I am also definitely plannin..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Crazy Awesome! Study Abroad In London Cuz It's Insanely Great. AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"YES! Doing this was probably one of the best decisions of my life. I had so much fun, met so many cool people, tried so many new things, and I feel like I really grew as a person too. With out having other friends or family there you really have a lot of stuff you have to do by yourself and you learn to be more independent. "

Wartburg College
Past Review Grenoble: An Amazing Experience Hidden In The French Alps. AIFS: Grenoble - University of Grenoble - French Language and Culture and Intensive French Language

"It's amazing how many things you begin to see and understand about your own culture when you move to another. I am able to view American culture more objectively now and I have a wonderful appreciation for French culture, history, and language. Being forced to speak to strangers in a foreign language and dealing with the other s..."

Trinity University
Past Review The City That Stole My Heart AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"My study abroad experience was more than I had ever imagined it would be. I learned so much about Spain, other cultures, and myself. My spanish definitely improved, and I formed some amazing friendships. I have learned to be open to other cultures and experiences, and will forever remember that two people, no matter what country..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ireland: A Place Full Of Adventure And Surprises AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I have expanded my horizons. I try and stay in touch with what's going on around the world rather than just the U.S. "

Wartburg College
Past Review Costa Rica: An Individual Adventure AIFS: San José - Universidad Veritas and Internship Program

"Through this experience I have grown so much as an individual and as a citizen of the world. I learned that there are other versions of history than what we learned in our high schools in the US, everything has another perspective. "

Western Washington University
Past Review Yes We Cannes! AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"Definitely, but I wished I could have had a more personal interaction between more natives."

Austin College
Past Review Aifs Richmond Florence: Delightful AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"More than anything else I've done"

Western Washington University