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 A Once In A Lifetime Experience AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"I learned how to be more adaptable and how be more patient. It was my first time truly going somewhere where I knew no one so I was made to get out of my comfort zone and I have gained amazing friends. "

Wartburg College
Past Review Spring 2016 AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"I learned how independent I can be. That I don't need others to do what I want. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat."

Bethany College, KS
Past Review Memories To Last A Lifetime AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"I gained an appreciation for new cultures and a love for traveling throughout Europe. It was definitely the best decision I could have made and I hope to go back as soon as I can."

California Lutheran University
Past Review Perfection AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"I have absolutely no regrets from studying abroad. It gave me international travel experience as well as the ability to assimilate and adapt to different cultures at a fast pace. With any job, this is a highly valuable skill to have on a resume. Additionally, I have gained copious amounts of self confidence."

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Past Review Everything I Imagined And More! AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"My experience abroad was the first time in my life where I learned more outside of the classroom than in it. Studying abroad is a valuable experience that every student should have. Experiencing life outside of one's "bubble" and into a new culture with new people is a difficult experience, however in the end, will become one of..."

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Past Review Moments And Experiences To Remember Forever AIFS: Perth, Fiji - Murdoch University

"SO worthwhile. Learned things about Australia from Australians and also learned other things from other study abroad students from different countries there"

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
Past Review An Adventure To Never Ever Foreget AIFS: Florence - Richmond in Florence and Internship Program

"I learned how to be fully independent, how to think critically, and stay calm in stressful situations. I gained cultural competency and learned about a new culture. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Bier & Techno In The Heart Of Berlin AIFS: Berlin - Humboldt University

"I learned to become more independent and gained more self confidence in myself, not as shy as I used to be, lived the international experience by adapting to new cultural surroundings, and I am more capable to cope with stress now. Going abroad was definitely the best decision I have ever made and I have fortunate to have done i..."

California State University - Long Beach
Past Review Should've Taken Classes Directly Through The University. AIFS: Berlin - Humboldt University

"I learned a lot about myself and who I travel well/ live well with and what types of personalities just don't mesh. "

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review Once In A Lifetime Experience AIFS: Cannes - Campus International de Cannes

"Yes, I learned many things about myself that I didn't know before, I gained experience in my field as well. I learned how to travel around in a budget and to be more open minded about other cultures as well. "

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review My Spanish Spring AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"A lot of intangible "soft skills," professional and social skills, language skills, cultural awareness, flexibility...the list goes on. "

Berea College
Past Review Everything You Need To See In Four Weeks AIFS: Travel Program – European Art and Architecture

"I gained an appetite for travel and the things I want to do and places I want to go with my life. Very worthwhile."

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review It Was So Amazing Can't Wait To Go Back! AIFS: Athens - American College of Greece

"It was completely worthwhile! I gained some new friendships, wonderful memories, new favorite foods, plus the ability to be more accepting of others and their differences. I also learned that other people may do things differently than I do, but that doesn't make what they do wrong."

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review Absolutely Amazing AIFS: Grenoble - University of Grenoble - French Language and Culture and Intensive French Language

"I gained so much French capability, I amaze myself sometimes when I find myself thinking in French or speaking it with much ease"

Washington State University
Past Review A Great Exposure To A Different Culture. AIFS: Paris - Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

"Making mistakes is the key to really learning! And yes, it was definitely worth it."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review My Study Abroad Experience Was The Most Eye Opening Experience Of My Life! AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"From my experience, I learned how to empathize with those living in the United States who are not originally from here. My experience was most definitely worthwhile. "

Ball State University
Past Review An Eye Opening Experience In A City Of Dreams AIFS: Salamanca - University of Salamanca

"I learned so much about Spanish culture while in Salamanca. I learned about all the different foods they eat, and how the Spanish schedule is so different from other European countries and the US. My language skills improved dramatically, and I learned how to go out of my comfort zone when asking questions and speaking. I gained..."

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW
Past Review International Performance Horse Training, Sales, And Science Based Research AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"Global competencies, overseas experiences, foreign language, a global mindset and a higher need for achievement. "

Centenary College of New Jersey
Past Review Experience Of A Lifetime! AIFS London - Richmond, The American International University in London

"It was definitely worth while- I am trying to figure out the next time I get to go back to visit! I really learned how to adapt to new surroundings and experience everyday life outside of my comfort zone. "

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Amazing! AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

" I learned to get out of my comfort zone and that there is a lot to see out there. It only takes a couple of minutes to buy a bus/plain ticket in order to see what is out there."

Mount St. Mary's University, Los Angeles
Past Review Experience Of A Lifetime AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"Life lessons, travel lessons, about different cultures. Independence and confidence. More about myself than I would have discovered at home. "

Centenary College of New Jersey
Past Review Outback Is Home AIFS: Perth, Fiji - Murdoch University

"It has really thought me to chill, like relax, take some time for yourself, do something that you want to do, not what everyone expects from you. You don't have to be that society expectation anymore."

Berea College
Past Review Great Experience! AIFS: Granada - University of Granada and Internship Program

"It was definitely worth it and I will never forget it! "

Centenary College of New Jersey
Past Review The Time Of My Life AIFS: Limerick - University of Limerick

"Learned how to travel and can now do so with confidence "

Centenary College of New Jersey
Past Review Prague Spring 2016 AIFS: Prague - Charles University

"I learned how to interact with students from different cultures. I learned that I can explore new places that I've never been to before."

Ohio State University - Columbus