4.6 - 2832 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
Based on 2832 Reviews
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March 9, 2026
Past Review A Whole New World IES Abroad: Vienna - Psychology & Social Sciences

"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"

University of Rochester
Past Review Siena IES Abroad: Siena - IES Abroad Center

"I learned so much about Italian food and the culture surrounding food in Italy. In addition, I developed my Italian language skills. "

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Past Review My Life Changing Experience In Berlin IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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."

University of Vermont
Past Review Go Abraod! IES Abroad: Vienna - Psychology & Social Sciences

"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. "

University of Missouri - Columbia
Past Review Experience Of A Lifetime! IES Abroad: Cape Town - Summer Health Studies

"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..."

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Past Review I Loved Every Moment Of This Experience IES Abroad: Tokyo - Tokyo Summer

"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."

Washington State University
Past Review Amazing Cultural Immersion And Highlight Of My Summer IES Abroad: Arles Summer – Study in Provence

"language skills and local cutlure. Definitly worthwhile! "

Northwestern University
Past Review Dublin Adventure IES Abroad: Dublin - History, Politics & Social Change

"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. "

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Past Review Best Summer Of My Life IES Abroad: Sydney Summer - Society, Sport & Leadership

"I gained a sense of cultural awareness. It was definitely worth it as I made countless memories and amazing friends. "

Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Past Review An American Girl Abroad IES Abroad: Amsterdam Summer – Society, Culture & Gender

"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..."

Stetson University
Past Review Vienna Is The Best City In The World! IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained a lot of confidence and independence fro living abroad and doing solo travel."

Trinity University
Past Review Hola Barcelona! IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I learned that I have the ability to adjust to living in another culture."

University of the Pacific
Past Review London Was Amazing! IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment – City St. George's, University of London

"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 "

University of the Pacific
Past Review A Time Of Self Discovery, Exploration, And Integration! IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Psychology & Sciences

"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..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Experience IES Abroad: Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies

"I learned independence, a foreign language, and how to be a world traveler. Amazing experience."

Brandeis University
Past Review Living My Best Life, Becoming My Best Self IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"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. "

Brandeis University
Past Review It Will Change Your Life, But Don't Go In Thinking It Will IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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 "

Brandeis University
Past Review Trip Of A Lifetime IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"I learned more about my specific interests in politics and what I believe I can contribute to international relations and law. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Unparalleled Immersion Coupled With Top Notch Program Staff IES Abroad: Madrid - Engineering, Math & Science

"Now, I embrace the unknown and find possibility in uncertainty."

Haverford College
Past Review Lifechanging To Say The Least! IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Not only did I learn the language ad culture of Italians, but I also learned how to work with many different types of people. My abilities to be patient, understanding, openminded and willing to empathize really expanded. This experience was 100% worthwhile!"

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review London Life! IES Abroad: London & Oxford - Health Practice & Policy

"It was worthwhile. I grew more in one semester abroad, then I did all of college. It was an experience I would recommend to everyone."

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review A Life Changing Experience IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"This experience taught me to be adaptable to new situations, unfamiliar languages, or different cultures I may encounter. I feel far more familiar with the EU political climate, and more knowledgable about Europe as a whole. "

Skidmore College
Past Review My Semester In Amsterdam IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Social Sciences & Humanities

"I learned how to adapt to new environments and become more tolerant of other people who come from different backgrounds or have interests with which I am unfamiliar."

University of Virginia
Past Review Semester In Sydney: An Amazing Adventure IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

"Study Abroad was worthwhile. I learned the importance of getting to know everyone regardless of what they look like, what religion they practice, or what views they have. I also learned that the concept of family extends far beyond the ties of blood."

Sewanee: The University of the South