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
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October 3, 2025
Past Review Vienna Is The Most Amazing City! IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned a lot about myself and how I am able to cope with social differences and travel issues. The program definitely helped me to mature and changed my outlook on the world from an American point of view to a global one. "

Wofford College
Past Review An Adventure Of A Lifetime! IES Abroad: Madrid - Engineering, Math & Science

"I improved my Spanish language, had the opportunity to learn about Spanish culture first-hand, met many inspirational American and Spanish students, and became a more confident and independent person. It was immensely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat!"

Villanova University
Past Review The Best 4 Months Of College IES Abroad: London - Study London

"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself from this program, especially how to become more independent."

University of Maryland - College Park
Past Review Incredible Semester In Amsterdam IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Social Sciences & Humanities

"I learned many valuable things during my time abroad. Budgeting money and traveling alone were probably the biggest. Also, I had never lived in a city and Amsterdam is always bustling with people, so it was good to experience this. Extremely worthwhile."

Skidmore College
Past Review A Wonderful Experience That I Would Love To Do Again! IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad and it was defiantly a worthwhile experience. "

Trinity University
Past Review Ecu Adore IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"This experience was perhaps one of the most worthwile things I have ever done in my life. I didn't merely learn what was on my class syllabus, but also gained a deeper understanding of the culture, from history to political situation to social customs. I was able to explore so many incredible, amazing places that I may never aga..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Experienced A New Life Across The World That Helped Me Grow. IES Abroad: Amsterdam Summer – Society, Culture & Gender

"I learned how to be by myself and grew comfortable with that while making friends and new conversation everywhere. "

Trinity University
Past Review My New Zealand Road Trip IES Abroad: Christchurch Direct Enrollment - University Of Canterbury

"My semester studying abroad at University of Canterbury through IES Abroad was one long road trip, both literally and figuratively speaking. Literally, it was a semester full of spontaneous weekend (and weekday, sometimes) road trips. These trips taught me so much about myself, about others, and about this incredible, diverse co..."

Purdue University
Past Review A Year Abroad IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"Huge self-confidence boost Absolutely worthwhile. 100% recommended"

Ohio State University - Columbus
Past Review No Pasa Granada IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"I learned so much while abroad. My language skills improved, I got a better sense of the world, I learned a ton about Spain and its history, and I got a Spanish mother out of the deal. "

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Past Review My Semester In Spain IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I gained important insight about myself, and also about the differing cultures i was surrounded by! It was completely worthwhile, because I came back a better person."

University of Wisconsin - Madison
Past Review The Best Semester Of My Life IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"My language proficiency improved and my cultural knowledge also summited"

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review I Couldn't Have Had A Better Experience If I Tried! IES Abroad: Siena - IES Abroad Center

"I gained a lot of self confidence, academically and on a personal level and a great amount of respect for other cultures. Studying abroad was more than worthwhile for me."

Kenyon College
Past Review My Favourite Place Ever IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"My German abilities increased immeasurably, I met some amazing people, I spent a semester in the best place in the world, and I learnt so much about Germany and myself. Absolutely worthwhile."

Tulane University
Past Review An Unforgettable Semester In Freiburg IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"I gained a definite sense of independence and a mentality that life is largely about enjoying the present moment. I challenged myself to go out and try new things and take advantage of every opportunity that came my way because it might be the only time I will ever get to. My experience abroad was absolutely worthwhile and I wou..."

Ithaca College
Past Review My Semester In Japan IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture

"My language skills certainly improved and I feel I also became more independent and confident. It was definitely worthwhile. "

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review Amazing Study Topics Revealed In Stunning City Of Vienna IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained skills that helped me become more flexible and adaptive to new situations, challenges, and different ways of thinking. I think that these skills will be immensely helpful in my future life."

North Carolina State University / NC State
Past Review Direct Enrollment At Queen Mary Was The Best Decision I Ever Made. IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - Queen Mary

"I learned more about myself and my potential than I thought I would. Throwing myself into a country, school, and culture that I was unfamiliar with for 9 months was pretty bold, but worth it. I don't regret a second of it. "

University of Tampa
Past Review Incredible Experience, Would Love To Move Back IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained a sense of many different cultures and practices. It was extremely worthwhile for me."

Brandeis University
Past Review Dream In Front Of My Eyes IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"I gained a lot of independence especially since I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad. By the end, I learned how to enjoy my own company (I am no longer afraid of doing things on my own). You get a different perspective on the world. Plus, I now consider myself fluent in french because of this experience. It was wor..."

University of Portland
Past Review Ies Paris Bia Spring 2017 IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"It was the best experience of my life. I learned all and more than I wanted to learn about the culture, language, and people, and I cannot wait to return in the future."

Cornell University
Past Review Nantes: An Amazing Experience! IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"I learned that I want to live in France. I loved my time there so much that I decided to make it my goal to have a career in France."

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University / Virginia Tech
Past Review Paris: The Best Semester I Ever Spent IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"I learned that I can live in a big city, if it is one so populated with history and culture as Paris is. I also learned how to be more spontaneous, to not worry so much about what plan I had for my day, week, or life in general. My trip was absolutely worthwhile. "

Whitman College
Past Review An Unforgettable Journey IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"My experience in Buenos Aires was truly unforgettable. That is a cliche thing to say, I know, as it is said by virtually each and every student who studies abroad. But I truly believe that my time not only in Buenos Aires, but specifically with IES was a special one to say the least. Buenos Aires is a magical city. You have the ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review La Bella Vita IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I always thought that living and working abroad could be in my future and my time in Milan only confirmed that. I am even looking at moving Europe after graduation for my first job. Living abroad forces you interact with people that hold beliefs that differ from your own. I always tried to make friends with people from different..."

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State