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 Netherlands, South Africa, The United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
IES Abroad provides opportunities for students to thrive abroad with program options that fit majors and interests—backed by a high-quality, immersive experience, on-site support, impactful financial aid, and an inclusive community.
IES Abroad experiences are:
- Priced for quality: The program fee includes tuition, housing, and health insurance, along with high-quality predeparture and on-site support, small class sizes, and the opportunity for field trips and immersive experiences.
- Fully supported 24/7: Time-saving visa support and trusted local staff to help with health, housing, and safety, no matter what comes up—or when!
- Designed to count toward graduation while offering a global perspective: Hands-on learning and excursions, led by respected experts in their fields, take your experience beyond the classroom to gain international exposure. We work with university partners to ensure program approval and credit transfer.
- Impactful with real career benefits: 65% of IES Abroad alumni say study abroad was very/extremely influential on their career path and 64% say it contributed to career advancement.
- Generously supported by $7.9 million in financial aid awarded annually: Need-based aid awarded to students applying from consortium member institutions expands access to study abroad.
Study Abroad with IES Abroad
"It really helped with my French, especially speaking."
A student Trinity University
"I've gained guidance and a new appreciation for life. My experience was completely worthwhile. I would want live it all over again."
Enrique A Garcia Trinity University
"I learned a lot from my peers at the university, and loved Ecuador. The experience outside of IES was worth is, but IES Quito itself was really problematic and has some serious systemic issues. "
A student Anonymous University
"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained confidence, independence, a deeper appreciation for history, a deeper cultural understanding, and more pride for my hometown and where I'm from. I expanded my comprehension of contemporary political issues through my coursework. Finally, I learned that I'm capable of a lot more than I previously g..."
kkelly Trinity University
"I gained more confidence in traveling and dealing with difficult situations, but I would have gained that with any program. Because of the horrible program, I also gained a lot of bitterness on top of the confidence. "
A student Trinity University
"Of course, the obvious conclusion is an improvement in my French. However , I gained valuable life experiences as well. I learned to live more independently and immerse myself in a foreign culture . I learned to step outside of my comfort zone and it was very worth it."
A student Occidental College
"My time abroad was extremely worthwhile! It was so great to get out of the bubble of my small college. I learned how to connect with people from so many different backgrounds. I learned how to stretch myself by living in a country where (at the start) I was only at a beginner's level at the language. I developed new hobbies and ..."
Quinn Wheaton College, MA
"Travel as much as possible"
Reagan Brell Trinity University
"It was definitely a worthwhile experience! I gained new confidence both in myself as an individual but also in my ability to meet and connect with new people all over the world. I also gained insight into the cultural differences that come with each country I visited."
Margaret Young The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned the language and the culture of Vienna, as well as interesting information about child development. It was worthwhile because I got to experience something new, and I like novelties."
Annahita Modirrousta Miami University
"I learned a lot about European culture, specifically Italian culture and how it compares to my own. I think it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Trinity University
"I gained a lot of insight into the culture of Barcelona and Catalunya as a whole, as well as experiences in different countries as I traveled during my stay. Also important – I learned a lot about myself and how to manage challenging/stressful situations. "
A student University of Missouri - Columbia
"I learned that I can be successfully independent from my study abroad experience. Outside of trips with IES, I traveled to Paris, Brussels, Oxford, Windsor, Wimbledon, and Dover. Each of these trips taught me that I have the capability of "choosing my own adventure." Similarly, a lot of my exploration of London was done on my ow..."
Anna Guse Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how passionate I am to be a doctor and I learned so much about the South African culture. It was definitely worthwhile because I feel like I am a more well-rounded person. "
Simmy Vig University of Mississippi
"I studied abroad the Summer of 2017. IES Siena was amazing - the program coordinators were wonderful, available often and always very helpful. I lived in an apartment with one US roommate and one IES Resident Assistant (we were the only apartment with a live-in RA). The RA was amazing, gave great advice - from the best restauran..."
Alex University of Washington
"I gained an appreciation for healthcare professionals of all kind. I also learned a greater sense of compassion for people who are not as fortunate as I am. It was very worthwhile as it changed my outlook on the healthcare field for the better. "
A student University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"Before this program, I had never thought about visiting Austria, I didn’t speak German, and had no idea what to expect. Once I arrived, I was shocked by how much I loved the culture, people, food, and atmosphere. You can spend hours uninterrupted in a coffee shop, or stroll through the stunning streets of the first district. The..."
Grace Konstantin Tufts University
"I learned so much about the culture of South Africa, their healthcare system, and myself."
Erica G University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"I learned how much I love the country as a whole and their culture. I have always wanted to go there, but now I am trying to do everything I can to finish my studies there in either Biochemistry or Medicine and eventually live there."
A student University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I feel I am much more independent and mature. In addition, I feel I know who I am and how to define myself. I also get to force myself practice Spanish"
Li-Jung (Emily), LEE Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"It really opened my eyes to a different world and different perspectives. I am so happy with all that I was able to learn and experience through the landscapes and unique qualities of South Africa. It was incredibly worthwhile and would do it over and over again if I could"
Sabrina Nguyen Villanova University
"The best thing that I gained from my experience abroad was the sense of personal growth that I never would have been able to cultivate by staying in the U.S., so it was certainly worthwhile. I had never lived alone before or traveled alone; I was forced to rely on myself for 6 weeks. It was one of the most fun parts of growing u..."
Tyler Benavides University of Illinois - Chicago
"I enjoyed being able to just BE in France. There is something magical about being surrounded by so much history and being able to be immersed in French. I improved my French language skills; I have finally mastered the French "r""
Eizabeth University of Portland
"I became a much more mature person. I travelled a lot, and had to plan things all on my own. I saw and did so many things. I would absolutely do it again, and regret that I do not have the opportunity to. "
Finlay McCracken Trinity University
"Besides the lifelong friendships, connections, and memories that I created, perspective is the greatest gift that I came away from this trip with. When I first started telling people that I was going to study abroad in New Zealand, the primary responses I got were “Wow, that’s so far away!” and “You’re choosing to go to the oth..."
Sabrina Westgate University of Rochester
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