4.6 - 2813 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 2813 Reviews
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October 3, 2025
Past Review I Would Do It Again! IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I strengthened my Spanish skills, and met many new people that will be lifelong friends! I gained a better global perspective by traveling throughout the semester. I would do it 100 times over again. I learned so much about other cultures, and in doing so, I learned so much about myself! STUDY ABROAD, PLEASE! You will LOVE it..."

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review The Best 4 Months IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

"Learned so much about other cultures, living so far away from home, communicating with people so difference from yourself. BEYOND worthwhile "

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review Ies Made Me Feel Like A Local!!!! IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I learned that the best way to learn is to sit back and allow yourself to be uncomfortable. "

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Awakening My Thinking, Altering My Perspectives, And Filling Me With Joy IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"I learned how to be more at ease with uncertainty and to embrace the ambiguity that is present in times of growth. I also gained a great deal of independence and confidence in the person I am and am growing into. My language skills also greatly improved and I learned to how to empathize with others better. This experience was mo..."

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Past Review Berlin Is The Best IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained cultural experiences and I advanced my language abilities far beyond what I could do here in the States. This program is worth while."

Albion College
Past Review Culture Immersion IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Study abroad was so worthwhile. I learned more about myself and grew as a person more than I have in my five other semesters in college. I was able to develop as a student, professional and human in society. "

University of Redlands
Past Review 10/10 Would Go Back IES Abroad: Christchurch Direct Enrollment - University Of Canterbury

"I learned how to be an independent person in the world, and how to navigate life without anyone really holding my hand!"

University of Rochester
Past Review My Second Home In Ecuador IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"Not only was able to improve upon my Spanish and gain invaluable skills for my future but I had some of the most incredible travel experiences that I will never forget. It was beyond worthwhile and it's all I can talk about"

University of Redlands
Past Review The Time Of My Life! IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"It was 100% worthwhile. I gained knowledge of new cultures and got to see so many beautiful places. I also got to meet so many new people."

Clemson University
Past Review Breaking Patterns Abroad IES Abroad: Cape Town - University of Cape Town

"I gained real-life understanding about the legacies of colonialism, classification, and the inheritance of racism from my experience abroad. I also was able to witness drastic natural beauty and a rich artistic culture, and these three intersections made it a very worthwhile semester."

University of Vermont
Past Review Cape Town Study Abroad: Daily Lessons IES Abroad: Cape Town - University of Cape Town

"Studying Abroad with IES Abroad in Cape Town, South Africa has been more significant in my life than I could have imagined. I knew I would have fun, meet new people, and experience unfamiliar things, but I gained so much more than I expected to. I learned and improved skills such as understanding cultural differences, working in..."

University of Iowa
Past Review Living And Learning In Milano IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned how to be more independent and how to navigate big cities and their public transportation systems. I learned how to deal with ambiguity in academics. I discovered the importance of bilingualism. "

Texas Christian University
Past Review Living My Best Life IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture

"I improved my Japanese language skills, got to learn about a completely different culture and society, and grew personally- becoming more independent and self reliant. "

Lafayette College
Past Review Milan: Old, New, Beautiful. Program = Music, Tradition, And Innovation IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Over the course of my time in Italy, I learned conversational Italian language skills by communicating with locals in their native tongue. I had the chance to demonstrate independence and immersion in a new culture through living in downtown Milan and taking classes from Italian teachers. My music classes encouraged teamwork and..."

Butler University
Past Review Ies Abroad Dublin: My Home Away From Home IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained confidence about my ability to take care of myself and handle any situation that comes my way. "

University of Iowa
Past Review Study With Ies!!! IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Law & Criminology

"Absolutely worthwhile. I now have plans to take the LSAT and continue onto law school focusing on international human rights law, something I never would've found out that I'm passionate about without this program. "

The College of William and Mary
Past Review I Can't Wait To Go Back To See My Host Family And The Amazing City Views! IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"I learned how to challenge myself and step outside of my comfort zone. I also learned to grow my comfort zone and just accept that things are different. It was so valuable to learn to laugh at myself. "

University of Wisconsin - Madison
Past Review I Want To Go Back Now! IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"I learned a lot from my time abroad. I learned how to find my way around a new city and use the subway system! I also learned that I can move to a new city and feel comfortable in it in a few months. I also learned that the best way to learn a language is to be fully immersed in it and speak to your host family a lot. This exper..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Studying Abroad In Buenos Aires Is A Must! IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"My experience there was more than worthwhile. I get emotional thinking about the bonds I made with Argentinians, international students, and other American students while I was there. I am fluent in Spanish now, which is so nice. Using Spanish day to day helped me perfect it. I learned that there aren't as many differences as I ..."

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Past Review I Miss You Already, Roma! IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I gained a lot of confidence and I feel much more independent. It was definitely worthwhile. Living in another country is hard, but it's definitely eye-opening. "

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review Vienna: "Oh The Places You'll Go!" IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Most everyone that comes back from a semester abroad says that they have found their new "home" or their "favorite place," and at first I thought it was drab and clique, but lets face it, they're right. Studying abroad in Vienna, Austria truly fostered a love, appreciation, respect and longing for the culture, the people, the fo..."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review An Experience I Want To Relive IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I gained confidence in myself and learned so much about myself and about another culture and country. I fell that it was incredibly worthwhile."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Amazing Experience Abroad IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"I learned so much about French culture and about myself and my place in the international community. It was definitely worthwhile!"

George Washington University
Past Review Madrid, Me Mata! (Madrid, You Kill Me!) IES Abroad: Madrid - Language & Area Studies

"I gained independence, organization when it comes to travel, more social skills, and of course, I saw an improvement in my Spanish. It was absolutely worthwhile! My school blessed me with money to travel, eat well, and explore my new favorite city in Europe, Madrid. It was unforgettable."

Bates College
Past Review Best 4 Months Of My Life! IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of Sydney

"I learned a lot about living independently and being responsible for everything."

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State