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
"It was 100% worthwhile. I formed some of my best friendships while abroad."
Sydnee N Brandeis University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I'm glad I had the time and opportunity to explore Australia and I know I'll be back. "
A student Middlebury College
"yes, amazing."
pamela btesh Brandeis University
"I learned that I'm capable of living in a completely new place and mastering public transportation, language barriers, and international travel. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learnt a lot both academically and personally. Here I had my first art history and I really enjoyed, because we had many field trips to museums and galleries and the professor is so nice and wonderful. Personally, the experience is quite unforgettable, because I had my 20th birthday here in Berlin. Moreover, I learnt to be mor..."
Zhuoya Z Brandeis University
"Yes it was very worth while. I grew a lot as a person in terms of confidence and cultural awareness. My Spanish also improved a lot. "
A student Trinity University
"I learned how to travel alone and also time manage. "
Arisha Ali Trinity University
"Gained confidence, humility, and a sense of accomplishment for living and thriving in a totally new environment. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Language, friends (local and american), knowledge (history, food, Italian cities and towns, Roman culture)."
Sophia K Brandeis University
"I learned what I was capable of in terms of independence and dealing with major problems without having knowledge of a country or language. I had to go to the hospital in Switzerland where they spoke only French, I had to navigate transportation in Hungary and Slovakia and Denmark, etc. countries where I didn't speak the languag..."
A student Wellesley College
"This was the best thing I could have chosen for myself. This abroad program exceeds anything I had thought about before and I wouldn't trade the experience for the world. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"My favorite memories/ experiences from abroad were exploring Vienna and solo travel throughout Europe. Vienna is the most amazing city to live in. Solo travel gave me a lot of confidence and allowed me to meet amazing new people all over Europe. Vienna is an ideal city to explore the rest of Europe from because it is in the midd..."
Sarah Webb Connecticut College
"I was able to travel extensively, become fluent in Spanish, study ecology in a megadiverse country and take incredible literature courses. "
Samuel Lieb Brandeis University
"I learned how I fit into the world, and that it's possible to make your home anywhere. I would absolutely do it again, and wish I could."
A student Brandeis University
"I can't express in words how much I learned from my abroad experience, both academically and culturally. But, I would say that the most important thing I learned is to It was absolutely worthwhile! "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned much about Roman History and archaeology, and even had a chance to perform practical archaeology in an internship. Every moment was worthwhile! I learned so much about Italian culture and how to be independent abroad. 100% recommend!"
Yair Koas Brandeis University
"My experience in London has definitely taught me a lot of things about myself and the "
A student University of Rochester
"I learned to have confidence in not knowing everything. And by learning this, I know that there is SO much more to learn. And the people who you learn with make it all worthwhile."
Sarah Lude Texas Lutheran University
"I learned a great deal about Argentina, the Spanish language, myself, and journalism via my internship. "
A student Trinity University
"How to travel, who to do it with, and to be more independent. Do what you want to, don't depend on others. Push yourself more to try new things and speak the language more and meet new people. "
A student Trinity University
"It's hard to put into words what I gained from my experience because I feel like I don't totally understand everything I learned there yet. Obviously I learned a lot about a different country and culture, and the knowledge I obtained in my classes. But I think I am still figuring out the personal growth aspect of my experience. ..."
A student Trinity University
"the people i met along the way taught me the most about dealing with people and situations. definitely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a love for Granada, a lifelong friendship with my host mom, and huge improvement in my Spanish. It was 110% worthwhile and I would go again in a heartbeat. "
Lindsey A. Colorado College
"I grew as a musician, and learned about what I wanted to pursue in the future."
A student Wellesley College
"I got to study with a master violinist, perform a lot, see major ensembles like the Vienna Phil and Vienna State Opera for free or for very cheap, take classes that I could use for my major, and meet a lot of locals, one of them being a lifelong friend that I'll never forget. I also learned so much more German in just one semest..."
Sabrina Boggs University of the Pacific
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