4.6 - 2813 Reviews

IES Abroad

https://www.iesabroad.org/

IES Abroad is a program provider offering 119 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Intensive Language, and Online Program abroad programs in 18 countries such as Australia, Austria, France, and Germany.

Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student.

Created in 1950, we believe in crafting unforgettable, life-changing educational adventures that go beyond our students' expectations. Every year about 6,500 study abroad students choose IES Abroad for their authentic study and intern abroad experience.

Our work starta in our Chicago headquarters and spreads across more than 130 study abroad programs in more than 30+ locations worldwide. With this network, we develop authentic global education and life-affirming cultural experiences. We believe that studying abroad should be a part of every student's academic life, and we aim to not only provide study abroad opportunities, but to consistently maintain a friendly, fun, and safe academic and cultural environment.

We believe so firmly in the power of our academically superior programs, that we actively recruit students from diverse populations and pledges more than $5 million in scholarships year after year. We are proud that our students are as diverse and exciting as the countries we study.

Through IES Internships, we offer a variety of full-time semester and summer internships in 15 locations around the world. For more than 40 years, we've provided opportunities to intern in some of the world's most exciting cities. With IES Internships, you'll have a guaranteed placement, more on-the-job hours, dedicated assistance with résumés and interviewing skills, and the ability to network with other students.

How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

For more information, visit our website.

Study Abroad with IES Abroad

OVERALL RATING 4.6
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October 2, 2025
Past Review Freiburg, Germany The City That Will Be Missed! IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"Studying abroad has changed what I want to do post-grad. For instance, I am considering post-grad programs abroad that I was not considering before and I can see myself living over there for a few years."

University of Rochester
Past Review Sweet As IES Abroad: Auckland Direct Enrollment - University Of Auckland

"Yes, it was definitely worthwhile, and I would recommend studying abroad for everyone."

University of Rochester
Past Review Ies Sydney Is Great! IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"I was given the chance to remove myself from my comfort zone and go to a place that I have always wanted to go to. My expectations were exceeded. I saw such beautiful things and tried new things. I was fortunate to travel so much throughout Australia and also to New Zealand. I would never change anything about my abroad experien..."

University of Rochester
Past Review Best Experience Of My Young Life: Study Abroad Sydney IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"It was certainly worthwhile. It has motivated me to get abroad again in life and perhaps go back to Australia to work and live. It also increased my confidence. Knowing I can travel in the world on my own is rewarding!"

University of Rochester
Past Review It Was Good IES Abroad: Christchurch Direct Enrollment - University Of Canterbury

"Why do you ask me so many questions?"

University of Rochester
Past Review Dublin: An Amazing Experience I Hope To Repeat IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Study abroad was definitely worthwhile. It made me realize that I am ready to interact with people outside of America and live on my own."

University of Rochester
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life Really IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"yes-loved it regardless"

University of Rochester
Past Review Sydney: Totally Worth The Debt IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

"I loved my time abroad. I learned that I am an independent person and that I love being in challenging situations. I also look at things from a more global perspective."

University of Rochester
Past Review London: I Wish I Could Go Back IES Abroad: London - Study London

"Independence, culture, new areas academically, new friends"

University of Rochester
Past Review Barcelona IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Yes- it made me very independent and held me to a budget, also I learned a lot about myself and the world. "

The Catholic University of America
Past Review Sydney Shaped A Big Part Of My Future Years To Come In A Positive Way. IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"Studying abroad in Sydney made me realize that anywhere in the world is only a plane ride away. In 2009/2010 I went back to Sydney under a 1 year work/travel visa and lived and worked there. I am now in South Korea living and working. Neither of these 2 things would have happened if I wouldn't have studied abroad. It opened my e..."

Loyola University Chicago
Past Review Study Abroad In London: A Great Place For Easy Culture IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I loved travelling and soaking in the culture. I definitely feel like I packed in a lot of experiences and sites, and I made life-long friends."

Past Review Milan Has It All: Food, Love, And Beauty! IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Absolutely! I gained worldwide understanding of the cultures and people. I do plan on going to live abroad a few years but probably not forever. "

Past Review An American In Paris IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"I definitely think about my life in Texas more globally. I learned a lot more about the world and new ways to approach my life."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Barcelona: A Country Within A Country IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Absolutely. My program was overpriced, but not as expensive as many programs I looked at. The 6-week program is perfect for someone looking to get the benefits of studying abroad in a short amount of time: in my case, I'm a big homebody but love to travel, so it was just the right amount of time away from home. I feel like st..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Nantes, France Full Of Life, Music, Fun, Food, And A Place To Find Friends! IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"My experience was one that will never leave me. I learned so much while I was there. Not only did my French improve, but I met people from so many different countries. It really helped me learn about the differences not only between North American countries and European countries, but also about the intercultural experiences ..."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Study In Berlin Helped Me Gain Cultural Awareness IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"The most imoprtant thing I learned during my time abroad was how to become culturally aware and how important globalization really is for the future success of mankind. I learned how to live almost on my own and become more independent than I was prior to this experience. I made very close friends that were in the study abroad p..."

Texas A&M University - College Station
Past Review Paris With Ies: Amazing IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"My French is much better and I am a more confident traveler."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Barcelona: Culture And Fun IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I learned independence and more about myself. I now know that I can make friends with people from another culture. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Granada: Going Back In History IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"I gained more confidence and became more out-going."

Barnard College
Past Review I Had A Great Summer In Barcelona But It Didn't Change My Life IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I enjoyed studying abroad, but it did not change me or my future plans. I had lived abroad before and had had many of the experiences of learning to travel and be self-sufficient in a foreign country already. Barcelona was very touristy and very Americanized feeling and though there were a lot of places to seek culture, I did no..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Independent Berlin: Get Away From Ies As Fast As Possible IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"My German improved a lot (although not as much as it could have) and I had a chance to take classes in my major from a new perspective. It was my first time in Europe and I can't complain about that. I just wish I had had more time to travel and soak up everything. "

Tulane University
Past Review Japan: So Much Fun, Just Don't Forget To Sleep IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture

"This was my first time truly on my own and in a country with such a truly different culture. It was eye-opening and great fun. It has made me consider working or studying abroad again for a short time."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Nantes, Je T'aime! IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"I loved studying in Nantes. My host family was wonderful and I met some interesting people both in the city and in the program itself. My speaking ability improved greatly, which was my main purpose in studying abroad."

Trinity University