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 how to live and travel on my own, and how to explore new countries! The classes also gave me insights that I can bring back to my home school to help with my own studies."
Chloe Gonzalez Yale University
"I learned so much about becoming culturally aware. While people don't think there is a big difference between the US and the UK, there are differences, different ways of doing and saying things that I had to get used to. I gained more interpersonal communication techniques as well and becoming comfortable with doing things on my..."
A student University of Iowa
"I learned a lot. It was great to be in a situation where you could make mistakes and learn from them in very real-life scenarios. Studying abroad you kind of get thrown into a new environment and learn how to adapt and make the most of the experience."
A student Augsburg University
"I gained a better understanding of what it is like to be on my own as well as a deeper understanding of the Spanish language. Mostly I became proud that I can speak even the little bit of Spanish that I do have. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Jeena Piriano Rhodes College
"I gained so much more perspective. This was my first time overseas, so it changed my whole world view. I learned that things are so different in other countries, and that seeing the same country your whole life is not beneficial. It made me feel so lucky to get to see the world, and it was beyond worthwhile. "
Brittany Judge Purdue University
"I learned a LOT. I learned that I can adapt to another country and culture and grow by getting very far out of my comfort zone. I learned about how complex Ireland's culture and society is, which is far different from the stereotypes you see in pop culture. I also learned that it is one of the most beautiful places EVER. "
Greg Van Buskirk Temple University
"I got a new perspective on a different way to live. There are little things that are so unique to Vienna that really got me thinking about my life here in the US"
Hannah Duttweiler University of Rochester
"I learned so much about Italian food and the culture surrounding food in Italy. In addition, I developed my Italian language skills. "
Lauren Pahmeier University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I was able to gain the confidence of living in another country without the stress of taking a full course load in a foreign language."
Emma Roach University of Vermont
"I learned so much about other cultures. Thorugh our weekend travels and talking to our local teachers, we learned so much about different ways of life. I am now able to understand and appreciate every single lifestyle. "
Emily Aldrich University of Missouri - Columbia
"For classes, I took community health, and nutrition & HIV. The teachers were passionate and engaging, and I learned so much from them not just about South African healthcare but also about their culture and life. The classes are fascinating and you truly learn a lot and are at times academically challenged. You also get to go on..."
A student University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"I learned better time management and learned how to better appreciate people's differences. I was very eye opening and I think it truly made me a better person."
A student Washington State University
"language skills and local cutlure. Definitly worthwhile! "
Siqi Zhou Northwestern University
"It was absolutely worth while. I learned about a new city and got a sense of traveling alone and being independent. I learned that its easier than I thought to connect with different people and that traveling with people who share the same interests can make the experience so much better. "
Samantha Ferraro University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I gained a sense of cultural awareness. It was definitely worth it as I made countless memories and amazing friends. "
Rachel Usen Rutgers University - New Brunswick
"I know everyone says this, but studying abroad changed my life. I was fortunate enough to spend summer 2018 (June - July) in the IES Abroad “Amsterdam Summer - Society, Culture & Gender in Amsterdam” program. Since I was about 8 months old, I have been travelling, but the Netherlands was never somewhere that happened to be on my..."
Bronte Joseph Stetson University
"I gained a lot of confidence and independence fro living abroad and doing solo travel."
Susan Griffith Trinity University
"I learned that I have the ability to adjust to living in another culture."
Aaron Romero University of the Pacific
"I learned how to adapt to a new city. I also learned how to travel on a budget. I am now more comfortable with various forms of public transportation. I "
A student University of the Pacific
"Absolutely!!! One of the best decisions I made. I feel like I gained more a sense of self, and know more of what makes me happy and be more independent. I loved learning about a new culture and integrating myself as much as possible in Amsterdam. I loved meeting people from all around of the world. Amsterdam is such an internati..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned independence, a foreign language, and how to be a world traveler. Amazing experience."
A student Brandeis University
"I am much more confident in my conversational Spanish skills. I can talk about just as complex topics in Spanish as I can in English. I definitely gained a better sense of self and how I navigate the world with the multiplexity of my identity. "
Tiffanie B Brandeis University
"Having traveled abroad before, i believed that you can get everything out of a country without having to involve school. But now, I would say that being with other students around the country and the world there is a different vibe and a completely different environment that enables yourself to self-relfect and "
A student Brandeis University
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A student Brandeis University
"I learned more about my specific interests in politics and what I believe I can contribute to international relations and law. "
A student Brandeis University
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