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 be an independent person in the world, and how to navigate life without anyone really holding my hand!"
Tess Vande Creek University of Rochester
"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"
Talia University of Redlands
"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."
Lyric Loglisci Clemson University
"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."
Gwen Marquis University of Vermont
"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..."
Anna Kroeger University of Iowa
"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. "
Deanna Rupp Texas Christian University
"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. "
A student Lafayette College
"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..."
Haley Stevenson Butler University
"I gained confidence about my ability to take care of myself and handle any situation that comes my way. "
Allison G University of Iowa
"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. "
Haley The College of William and Mary
"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. "
A student University of Wisconsin - Madison
"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..."
Jessica Heighway The University of Texas at Austin
"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 ..."
Emily Frey University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"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. "
Nicole Scelta Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"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..."
Anna Holden Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained confidence in myself and learned so much about myself and about another culture and country. I fell that it was incredibly worthwhile."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned so much about French culture and about myself and my place in the international community. It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student George Washington University
"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."
Emily Bowen Bates College
"I learned a lot about living independently and being responsible for everything."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about Irish culture and history and really enjoyed getting fully involved in the Trinity College community through joining the ultimate frisbee team. I was able to take classes with local and other international students and travel with them all over Ireland. The ..."
A student Knox College
"I became a bit more independent and confident with my language abilities and appreciated the efficiency of traveling and learning for myself."
Rachel Richaradson Wheaton College, MA
"Living in a culture that is dissimilar to my own taught me the importance of personal growth and understanding those around you. I appreciate the beauty of diversity and enjoyed learning about Spanish culture by fully immersing myself in living as a local. Due to the varied cultural differences, I saw the importance in respectin..."
Ilana Frankel Indiana University - Bloomington
"IES Abroad Milano was an incredibly fulfilling experience. Unlike other more touristy areas in Italy (Rome and Florence) where it is common to speak English, you will actually have to learn a little Italian to get by--I found this challenging and exciting to learn another language--the Italian courses through IES are superb. I ..."
A student University of Rochester
"I honed my language skills and that alone was worth it to me. I was also able to gain international business experience through my great internship. Besides educational purposes, I traveled a bit and learned a lot about other cultures."
A student Trinity University
"It was definitely worthwhile and I wish it was something everyone could or wanted to experience. I grew in my morally, professionally and became more independent."
Blanca Anselmo University of the Pacific
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