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 gained confidence in my foreign language skills and my travel skills. I also grew immensely as a musician. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student DePauw University
"I think that anyone answering this question will agree that study abroad is absolutely worthwhile. For me, it was a really great time to take some different classes and have a bit of a break from the norm. it was good for me to take a semester to reflect a bit and just enjoy, and that's really helped me grow and be confident in ..."
A student University of Rochester
"I learned the functions of the European Union while being able to experience different cultures. It was 100% worthwhile and I would do it all again. "
Melissa Gess Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I think the biggest thing I gained from the program was confidence. "
A student University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I learned so much about the city and culture in Madrid, especially through my History of Madrid course, art history in the Prado, and my required language and culture course. I gained independence and confidence with solving unexpected problems. This semester abroad was certainly a worthwhile experience."
A student Hope College
"I learned a lot from the IES Abroad EU Freiburg Program, I took courses on: Integration, Foreign Security and Policy Analysis, Enlargement, a Leadership class, and German 101. Studying abroad has broadened my knowledge of the politics of the EU, as well as it has enriched it. I got to visit the European Parliament, the European ..."
Yolanda A University of San Diego
"I learned a ton about myself. I also learned more than I ever though possible about South Africa and South African culture. I never realized how beautiful and diverse the country is. "
A student University of Nebraska - Lincoln
"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. "
Taylor Reisz Wofford College
"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!"
Nicole Palazzo Villanova University
"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself from this program, especially how to become more independent."
vivian University of Maryland - College Park
"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."
Tony Skidmore College
"I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad and it was defiantly a worthwhile experience. "
A student Trinity University
"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..."
Aynsley O Brandeis University
"I learned how to be by myself and grew comfortable with that while making friends and new conversation everywhere. "
A student Trinity University
"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..."
Sarah Hedberg Purdue University
"Huge self-confidence boost Absolutely worthwhile. 100% recommended"
Alex Powell Ohio State University - Columbus
"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. "
A student University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"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."
A student University of Wisconsin - Madison
"My language proficiency improved and my cultural knowledge also summited"
Daniel T Ng Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"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."
A student Kenyon College
"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."
Jake Ward Tulane University
"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..."
Molly Spero Ithaca College
"My language skills certainly improved and I feel I also became more independent and confident. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"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."
Avery Koop North Carolina State University / NC State
"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. "
A student University of Tampa
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