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 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
"I learned the power of communication. I was able to make connections with people I would have never been able to communicate with if I didn't leave my comfort zone and use Spanish as a gateway to step into another's world."
LeAnne Drum Providence College
"Learned about yourself, improved Spanish skills, learned how to travel, etc. "
A student Santa Clara University
"Self confidence and a better understanding of my abilities while alone. I also learned a lot on French social justice and political issues with peaked my attention being a political science student. And I learned that I will definitely be going back to live in France for a couple years in the near future."
Fiqir Taye Santa Clara University
"I learned a lot about myself and what I want for myself. I went alone - not knowing anyone else in the program, which was great and I was really able to do the things that I wanted to do. "
Sophie Sirota Drew University
"Apart from regular academics, I learned how to view my own culture from a perspective different than my own. "
Carolyn Hauk Gettysburg College
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A student Haverford College
"I learned how to lean outside of my comfort zone and explore more. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
Cailin Stollar Williams College
"I learned how to enjoy life more and go with the flow while I was abroad. When you are abroad, especially in a place that doesn't speak your first language, you learn to laugh at yourself and try your best, because truly that is all you can do. Also, Granda has such a fun social scene so it was great to make time to have fun and..."
Claire Penrod Seattle University
"I absolutely loved studying abroad, and I feel like I learned so much about myself. Living in a new city for multiple months puts you out of your comfort zone and helps you learn to be self-sufficient. I loved everything about my semester abroad."
Nina Bowness Trinity University
"I gained so much independence and cultural knowledge. I learned how to handle situations that I am not used to and overcoming challenges. "
A student University of Redlands
"I gained lifelong friends and family. I also gained more knowledge on why Japan developed into what it is today and how this impacts the citizens. It was worthwhile because studying a country from your home institution is very different from traveling to the country and learning about their history."
Khalia Bowles Spelman College
"I learned a lot about "rolling with it" since overall, Morocco is a rather chaotic country. It was definitely worthwhile to learn about a new area of the world and it opened a lot of doors to future paths of learning, linguistically and culturally."
A student Luther College
"I gained international work experience since I did an internship in addition to my classes. Understanding how to work with different cultures is something I know will be valuable in future experiences. "
Julia Ferrara Babson College
"I learned about the Chilean healthcare system and through my service learning/internship placement, I learned about the principles of popular education. I also learned medical Spanish, which helped me tremendously during the clinical observations. Overall, the experience was formative for my career goals."
A student Grinnell College
"I learned a lot about myself. I grew in confidence and ability to adapt in dealing with new and difficult situations, I became more comfortable interacting with people from different cultures, and learned to live in the present. It was completely worthwhile. "
Tolu Akintoba University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"I initially chose to study abroad in Barcelona to improve my Spanish, but I got this and so much more out of my experience. I grew so much as a person while I was there and now I feel truly independent and cable traveling, speaking Spanish, and taking advantage of every opportunity. Every time you turn a corner in this beautiful..."
A student Santa Clara University
" I was able to learn about the health care of Chile while learning many medical terms and health-related topics in Spanish. On top of this, I gained shadowing experience in a public hospital in Santiago where I saw many fascinating medical cases and surgeries. Our group trips and personal trips around Chile were amazing and I ex..."
Taylor Powell Grinnell College
"Patrizia (the voice teacher) is caring and very informative in recomending rep. Truly, studying with her infinitely changed my voice-- for the better! As well, there are plenty of performance opportunities, even if you are not in an ensemble or performance class. As well, the Italian classes were informative about Milanese cultu..."
A student Northwestern University
"I gained language fluency, cultural knowledge, new friends and family, unforgettable memories and more! It was definitely worthwhile!"
Emir Kulluk Connecticut College
"I was able to learn how to live in a new culture. "
Ciara Macalester College
"I learned a lot of elements about French life and culture that are impossible for teachers and professors to teach in the classroom. I also got the chance to meet a lot of different people from all around France and the United States that I still keep in touch with. It was the most amazing out of the classroom experiences I've h..."
Kelly Murphy Gettysburg College
"Before I went abroad to Madrid, Spain, I had many reservations about what my experience would be. With only traveling out of the United States two times beforehand, I thought that living in Europe for an extended period of time was always going to be challenging. I was afraid that not only I would react poorly to my new surround..."
Miles Nabritt Bates College
"It was absolutely life-changing. I loved it so much that I am planning on moving back to London after graduation and want to start my career there in the theatre industry."
Riley Wilson Hope College
"So much exposure on a completely different health care system, culture, and history. I wouldn't change any of it for the world."
Michaela Scott Villanova University
"I gained an appreciation for a culture that is different from my own. I gained confidence in myself and my ability to be happy and independent. It was certainly worthwhile. "
Hannah Huzzey University of Iowa
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