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
"Being abroad allowed me to experience life in a new way. I said Adios! to my old reality to a completely new culture and society. On top of learning a new language, you are introduced to new ways of thinking and ideas, which I will cherish for the rest of my life. I loved everything about being abroad. "
Antoinette Acosta University of the Pacific
"I learned so much about living a sustainable lifestyle. I also learned some German and made a lot of international friends who gave me new perspectives. This was the most informative few months of my life, including time outside of the classroom."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Studying abroad was the best decision I have ever made. It was incredibly worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself- I learned that I am very sentimental and that is important not to take experiences like this for granted, and I also learned what I want out of my life, and what priorities are important to me in the place I live. "
Josh Stead The College of William and Mary
"This is experience was an incredible way to try something new. I really pushed myself to explore things I had never done before. With the support there to catch me when I would fall and stumble, I was given the unique opportunity to do what I wanted without the fear of being on my own if I needed help. I made life-long friends, ..."
Cecilia Vorfeld Johns Hopkins University
"I learned how to be more confident in myself, as well as more independent. I also became more flexible when dealing with problems. "
Noelle Johnson DePauw University
"Being more independent and learning how much weight choices have in the end. "
Charlotte Seay Hofstra University
"I learned a lot about independence and how to navigate my way through cities on my own and using the resources around me. I loved my time abroad and I absolutely think it was worthwhile."
A student University of Kansas
"I learned so much about not just Spain but myself as well. My independence and confidence grew so much and I took everyday as an opportunity for a new adventure. It was the most impactful experience I ever had so it was an invaluable opportunity."
Natalie J University of Wisconsin - Madison
"New Spanish skills, lifelong friends, incomparable experiences, checks off my bucket list, and so much more. It was worth every penny."
A student Brandeis University
"independence, how to live in a European city, patience with locals and myself. "
Sarah Quick University of Illinois - Chicago
"I learned so much about Italian culture and the food and wine industry, all things that I have found to be helpful in my time so far back in the states."
A student Fordham University
"I learned that culture and perspectives are not better or worse in an ordinal system, they are just simply different. Do not judge in a ranking system but instead admire the differences and embrace them"
Marqui Indiana University - Bloomington
"When I say that this program changed my life for the better, I truly mean it. Going on this adventure not only gave me a new perspective on the world, and my life, but it also gave me friendships that will last a lifetime. Experiencing a new city, and a new culture, gave me a newfound confidence and showed me how much this world..."
Claudia Hatch Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I learned to trust myself more, and to be scared of fewer things. As a chronically late person, I finally learned to manage my time enough to be chronically on time! I feel like I can tackle anything now. And study abroad taught me that."
Justine Zimmerman Emory University
"I learned that life doesn't have to be so stuck in place. One can change their path especially if it will increase their quality of life. "
June A. Hodge The College of William and Mary
"Although Morocco was always where I wanted to study abroad, I couldn’t decide between two extremely prominent, strong programs (IES being one of them). I was even finishing my other application when I found IES. However, from its website alone, I could tell that IES was a transparent, direct program that provided students with t..."
A student University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
"Although my German improved abroad, I think my comfort level with using German increased even more. Going abroad I was nervous to speak German and mess up, but you learn everyone messes up, and also you aren't as bad as you think."
A student Gettysburg College
"Overall, I enjoyed my classes and was glad I was exposed to a different educational system. Outside of academics, I was given the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus Student Network international orientation weekend, where I made amazing connections with students from both America and other countries from all over Europe. ..."
A student Scripps College
"I learned how to live in a city. I had never used public transport consistently before my time abroad. Now I feel even more confident in my ability to travel wherever I want!"
Jessica Whitman College
"This experience was one of the most incredible things I've ever been able to be a part of. People say that abroad changes you, but I really think it allows you to settle more into yourself and just become more you: at least that's how I felt. I traveled alone and with so many different groups of people, allowing myself to gain c..."
Libby Mohn Wake Forest University
"Throughout my time in Milan I was able to study Italian, History of the Mafia and Fashion and Brand Management as well intern twice a week at a tech startup. Not only was I able to take classes so relevant to my host city, I had the opportunity to work there as well. Overall this experience taught me so much about myself. I have..."
Alex Venuti Bentley University
"This experience was definitely worthwhile as it brought me closer to my family in Italy and allowed me to live the life of a true Italian, which I learned that I am."
Marialisa Caruso Santa Clara University
"I've become interculturally competent in a way that I certainly was not before, I've learned a fair degree in a language I could barely say "hello" in, and I've gained an international outlook through relationships with the people I met in Rome. "
A student Occidental College
"I learned how to be more independent; especially when I travelled by myself. I learned how to engage with other cultures and peoples. I also think that through studying abroad I gained a greater appreciation of how connected the world is."
Lucas Tomhave Gustavus Adolphus College
"It was definitely worthwhile! I have learned a lot about the host community and the local culture, but I also discovered new skills and acquired new tools. My IES program professors and staff helped me to navigate through the courses that helped me to grow a lot academically"
Araceli Gonzalez University of Rochester
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