4.6 - 2820 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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January 18, 2026
Past Review While Abroad, I Have Never Seen Or Experienced More In My Life. IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"My experience has made me much more culturally aware and made me realize not to make generalizations or stereotypes and people of different culture. I was able to travel to different countries and see beautiful museums which I would not have been able to do unless abroad, that contributed to my experience greatly. My art history..."

Austin College
Past Review Look Mom, I'm In Spain! IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Americans are very money driven. In Spain they balance work and play much better. They live less extravagantly, but spend less time at work. My study Abroad experience was extremely worth while, and that's really an understatement. I loved seeing that their are other ways to live than the way we do at home. It's amazing how diff..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Buenos Aires A Little Bit Of Something For Everyone. IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"My experience was worthwhile. It opened my eyes to life in other parts of the world. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review France: Digging Deeper To Understand Cultural Norms, Values, And Habits. IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"This was one of the most rewarding and fulfilling semesters of my life. I'm so glad that I chose to study abroad through this specific program. I gained amazing opportunities and will always remember it. Through my french friends, host family, french classes, travel, and other study abroad students, I really learned how to absor..."

Tufts University
Past Review Paris: C'est La Vie IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"Overall, loved it; wasn't always perfect but really improved my French and gave me experience living abroad. Always smart to try different lifestyle."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Time I Stepped Into A National Geographic Magazine IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"I'm so glad I went to Ecuador. It was breathtakingly beautiful, I learned a lot about other cultures and lifestyles, and I learned a lot of Spanish. This trip helped me to realize just how important it is to travel. Experiencing the exotic natural landscapes and novel cultural practices of Ecuador made me feel more alive. I w..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Barcelona: A Summer I'll Never Forget IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"The study abroad experience was absolutely worthwhile. I enjoyed every minute of my trip. There was nothing I would change. Every single day was a unique unreplaceable experience. I truly had the best summer i've ever had. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Want To Move To Paris IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"I grew up"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Madrid: A Summer In The City IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"Yes. I've always wanted to stay for an extended period of time in a foreign country so it was perfect for that. It has given me a perspective outside the U.S. that everyone should have. It hasn't changed my future plans."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review "World Cup In Spain Was One Quite Experience" IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"The study abroad experience was a learning experience. Not just on how to be more independent and responsible, but how to be cautious of all things that come with the host country. I gained an insight of the politics and culture of the country. It was very interesting to have interacted with Faculty from the program who were wil..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Study Abroad In Buenos Aires IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"I loved studying abroad in Buenos Aires, but I didn't like my program. I made great friends, learned about a new culture, traveled a lot, had a wonderful time. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Study Abroad With Ies In Barcelona IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I loved my experience and I could not have asked for a better 7 weeks. I loved the Spanish mindset and culture so much that I could have lived there for a much longer period of time. It really opened my eyes to the world in a way that is sometimes difficult in America."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review An Immersion In Catalan Culture IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"You become of aware of the Catalan culture immediately. My experience has made me think of how amazing it is to live in a place for an academic year, and how we adapt. I want to go back as of now. I want to live there some day in the future; it's where I feel the most content. The program is just a means to get there, to take co..."

Austin College
Past Review Vienna: Europe's Best City IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Best thing I've every done!!! "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I'm So Glad I Did It IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Now I definitely want to study abroad again, if I get the chance. It changed my perception of Eastern Europe for the better. I'm so glad I did it. I had the greatest time and I'm sure that view is unaminous within our group."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review As A Vegetarian, No Problems Eating The Austrian Cuisine As Long As I Wasn't Picky IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I have become more aware of cultural differences and how attitudes can be so entirely different and shape a culture. I am a lot better at handling novel situations with a minimum of frustration. I love learning about other cultures, and it was fantastic to be immersed in a different culture."

Rice University
Past Review Study And Homestay In Barcelona IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"My experience was worthwhile, but not because of my program but because I made the best of everything and took my experience into my own hands. I loved my time abroad. It has definitely improved my cultural awareness. But it did nothing for my academic life, knowledge, or interests. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ies Paris An Awesome Program That I Recommend IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"A new outlook on me, America, the world, and other people and cultures. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ies Barcelona Was An Excellent Learning Experience IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Absolutely--I believe everyone should have the chance to study abroad, whether it is for a semester, or even three weeks. The experience, even at its worst moments, is an excellent learning experiences and without a doubt, fun!"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Universitat De Barcelona With Ies IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"i enjoyed the experience but would have done a different program"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Loved Paris And My Homestay Family IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"Yes! I loved my experience!! I loved Paris and my homestay family, but I did not like the cold weather and long winter. Also, I did not love the other students in my program. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ies In Barcelona IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Yes, it was an educational experience I could not have gotten at my home university. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Paris Iv, Ecole Normale De Musique Was Glorious IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"Very worthwhile, gained an enormous amount of self-understanding and a sensitivity to the subtleties of culture. "

University of Hartford
Past Review If You Want To Study European Culture, This Is The Program For You IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - Queen Mary

"I now know that I am stronger than I than I thought I was"

University of Hartford