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 Adventurous IES Abroad: Rabat - Study in Rabat

"I learned how to travel alone and also time manage. "

Trinity University
Past Review Amazing First Time Abroad Experience IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Gained confidence, humility, and a sense of accomplishment for living and thriving in a totally new environment. It was definitely worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review On Becoming Less Faux Italian IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"Language, friends (local and american), knowledge (history, food, Italian cities and towns, Roman culture)."

Brandeis University
Past Review Austria: Best Experience Of My Life! The Happiest I've Been While In College. IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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..."

Wellesley College
Past Review Unequivocal Experience Galapagos Islands IES Abroad: Galápagos Islands Direct Enrollment - GAIAS

"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. "

University of Maine - Orono
Past Review Ies Is Mediocre But Living In Vienna Is Incredible! IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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..."

Connecticut College
Past Review Challenging Academics In An Incredible Country IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"I was able to travel extensively, become fluent in Spanish, study ecology in a megadiverse country and take incredible literature courses. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Study Abroad In Austria: The Most Magical Months Of My Life IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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."

Brandeis University
Past Review A Semester In The Country That Has It All IES Abroad: Galápagos Islands Direct Enrollment - GAIAS

"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! "

Brandeis University
Past Review Incredible Immersive Time In Rome! IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"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!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Running On London Time IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - Queen Mary

"My experience in London has definitely taught me a lot of things about myself and the "

University of Rochester
Past Review Study Abroad In Germany: The Experience Of A Lifetime IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"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."

Texas Lutheran University
Past Review Wonderful Experience With Ies Buenos Aires IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"I learned a great deal about Argentina, the Spanish language, myself, and journalism via my internship. "

Trinity University
Past Review Get Out And See The World! IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"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. "

Trinity University
Past Review Indescribable, Amazing Experience IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"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. ..."

Trinity University
Past Review Mental Prep Yourself For A More Emerged Experience IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"the people i met along the way taught me the most about dealing with people and situations. definitely worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Granada Rocks!! IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"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. "

Colorado College
Past Review Study Abroad In Vienna: A Time Of Growth And Affirmation IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I grew as a musician, and learned about what I wanted to pursue in the future."

Wellesley College
Past Review Study Abroad In Vienna: Everything I Wanted IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"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..."

University of the Pacific
Past Review History, Culture, And Language Galore IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"It was incredibly worthwhile. Not only did I drastically improve my language skills, which is very important to me, but I also learned a lot about living in a culture different from your own. I have a very different viewpoint on people who move internationally, and feel like I much more understand what it means to move to a new ..."

Case Western Reserve University
Past Review Galapagos: Sunshine, Sea Lions, And Scuba Diving! IES Abroad: Galápagos Islands Direct Enrollment - GAIAS

"I gained an appreciation of language and latino culture! This program was the best choice I could have ever made. "

University of South Carolina - Columbia
Past Review More Amazing Than I Could Have Hoped For And Something I Will Never Forget. IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"My experience in France was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about the French culture, but more than anything, I gained lifelong relationships. My host family is truly family to me now. I still talk to them often, and I can't wait to go back and visit them. Beyond that I have both French friends as well as friends fr..."

University of St. Thomas - Minnesota
Past Review How To Fall In Love With A City In 4 Short Months IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"Language skills, architecture and history knowledge, social and political contexts of Spain, the Mediterannean and the EU, but mostly about myself and hopes to continue to work towards a career in sustainable public health"

Whitman College
Past Review If I Could Do It Again, I Would In A Heartbeat IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Yes, it was very worthwhile! I learned how to be a savvy world-traveler, made great friendships, made strong connections with people from different cultures, and learned how to adapt to a completely unfamiliar environment. "

Santa Clara University
Past Review An Experience Of A Lifetime IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"I definitely gained an enlightened global perspective from my experience abroad. It was absolutely worthwhile to be able to experience and appreciate a different culture and it is one that I will cherish and reflect upon forever. "

Spelman College