IES Abroad
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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 Netherlands, South Africa, The United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
IES Abroad provides opportunities for students to thrive abroad with program options that fit majors and interests—backed by a high-quality, immersive experience, on-site support, impactful financial aid, and an inclusive community.
IES Abroad experiences are:
- Priced for quality: The program fee includes tuition, housing, and health insurance, along with high-quality predeparture and on-site support, small class sizes, and the opportunity for field trips and immersive experiences.
- Fully supported 24/7: Time-saving visa support and trusted local staff to help with health, housing, and safety, no matter what comes up—or when!
- Designed to count toward graduation while offering a global perspective: Hands-on learning and excursions, led by respected experts in their fields, take your experience beyond the classroom to gain international exposure. We work with university partners to ensure program approval and credit transfer.
- Impactful with real career benefits: 65% of IES Abroad alumni say study abroad was very/extremely influential on their career path and 64% say it contributed to career advancement.
- Generously supported by $7.9 million in financial aid awarded annually: Need-based aid awarded to students applying from consortium member institutions expands access to study abroad.
Study Abroad with IES Abroad
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Carrie C The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned so much from this experience. I grew more independent and learned that I could live on my own in a different country. I never got home sick, that's how much I loved being here. I would actually love to stay in New Zealand if I had a different career goal. I have grown to be a more relaxed, open-minded, independent,..."
Shalvi P The University of Texas at Austin
"I wish I could have stayed abroad longer. It really changed my life and I wish I could go to other places in the world, and not be a tourist."
Michael H University of Rochester
"I loved almost every moment of it and I still love it. I have another semester to go and I am looking forward to it! I still don't understand parts of the culture, but I like it all the same, its an adventure to go out there and find new bits and pieces of the culture that you have never seen before."
Vong L University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"All in all, the study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. Aside from learning from distinguished professors and language instructors, I was also able to take in all of Tokyo in a short while. This was thanks to our strategic placement, useful assistants, and overall efficiency of the program. I definitely recommend i..."
Anish T University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"Definitely"
Liana D The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained increased langauage abilities. Overall everything was beyond what I expected. The city is wonderful, I love Spain, and being there while the World Cup was going on was incredible. "
Ethan T The University of Texas at Austin
"I wouldn't say it opened my eyes or was culturally enriching, but I did have a great time getting to see a part of the world that I otherwise might not have ever seen. I didn't learn how to be a better global citizen, but I did notice cultural differences among the different countries I visited, and how they view tourists."
Kevin R The University of Texas at Austin
"Te experience itself was amazing and I would do it all over again if I could but I would not choose IES."
Diandra P Trinity University
"Definately. I would go abroad again in a heartbeat. Especially to Ireland - I think I fell in love with the place. I had friends that had gone abroad before, and after having gone myself, I know exactly what they were talking about when they said I would not regret the decision!"
James W Trinity University
"Very worthwhile, language, independence, food, maturity"
Maria A Trinity University
"definitely worth while. i like traveling and i have done it before so i already sort of knew what to expect. however, staying in one place for 7 weeks proved to be a slightly different situation. i definitely earned a lot more independence. which is what i wanted. i also had enough time to really get to know some people from spa..."
Laura N The University of Texas at Austin
"My study abroad experience was amazing. I have reaffirmed the idea of wanting to travel after I graduate and possibly work in different parts of the world for some time."
Paulina M Trinity University
"The most important thing i gained was learning ITalian"
Cesare M Trinity University
"My study abroad experience was one of the best experiences in my life. It was definitely worth it. From this experience, I learned more about myself as an individual, my strengths and weaknesses as a person, and about the greater diversity out there in the world. "
Elizabeth F Trinity University
"About to enter my senior year of college I felt pretty concrete and set in my ways. However, studying abroad showed a side of me i didn't even know existed and was able to expand my personal perception and beliefs even further. It has taught me that I am someone who needs to constantly be traveling and experiencing new cultures ..."
Lauren W The University of Texas at Austin
"This experience was definitely worthwhile! I really experienced the culture and acquired a greater understanding of the world around me."
Paige V The University of Texas at Austin
"Studying abroad was definitely worth it. Being on my own in a completely foreign culture forced me to adapt and negotiate with my surroundings. It was difficult to be so far from my family and friends, and even more challenging to face racism for the first time, but the friendships I made and the experiences I had in Japan made ..."
Caitlin C Tufts University
"Yes I loved it and want to go back! I learned so much about myself, the country, the language. why I the way I am and why Italians are the way they are. I met so many different interesting people and got to visit so many places, was exposed to a wonderful culture!"
Gaby1 Trinity University
"I improved my German language skills, discovered how another people live, and tested my ability to start in a new place. I would do it again despite the less than satisfying intellectual experience in the classroom."
Amy R University of Rochester
"Yes. I was able to experience a different culture, meet new people, and have fun. "
Lilly W University of Rochester
"It was the most amazing adventure. I wish I could go back. It helped me learn French, give me confidence, and expose me to other cultures and real world experiences."
Kathleen1 The University of Texas at Austin
"The program didn't really affect my academic interests, however, it did provide me with a solid seating for my second semester of junior year. Learning a new language was something that I feel was extremely rewarding and now I can't wait to learn French. I love my host family and hope to stay in touch for years to come. It was a..."
Jennifer F Simmons College
"European Studies here at W&M emphasizes language and history, and this program offered me the political science and economic academic opportunities I hadn't taken at my home school. The courses also all complement each other and branch off a core of foundational information which is taught immediately in the program (during orie..."
Elizabeth F The College of William and Mary
"Absolutely! While it didn't necessarily impact my cultural awareness as much as maybe some other countries would have, I still got to experience being on the complete other side of the world, and they DO do things very differently. I also feel that maybe others would have more of a cultural awakening if they haven't been anywher..."
Samantha F University of Rochester
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