4.6 - 2820 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 2820 Reviews
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January 19, 2026
Past Review 楽しかった! IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture

"It was worthwhile. It was nice to experience another culture so that I can give my own culture some context. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Amazing IES Abroad: Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies

"Soo worthfull"

Brandeis University
Past Review If There's One Thing I Learned, Its That I Know Nothing IES Abroad: Nice - Business, Sustainability & Immigration

"I gained cultural knowledge and really figured out that you can do anything you put your mind to."

Washington State University
Past Review Ies Vienna: 10/10, 100% Recommended IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"7 new countries, over 10 new cities, a plethora of cultural experience"

Trinity University
Past Review Life Changing IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"How to communicate with people from all over the world YES"

Trinity University
Past Review Unforgettable And Life Changing IES Abroad: Madrid - Language & Area Studies

"The trip was so worthwhile. I came home with a new sense of independence, a suitcase full of olive oil, and friends that I will cherish forever. "

Trinity University
Past Review A Semester In Paris IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"Learned more French, gained insight to French culture, explored the wonderful city of Paris, explored Europe."

Trinity University
Past Review Avoid Paris If You Can IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"I traveled a lot within Europe, so yes that part was worthwhile. "

Trinity University
Past Review Pretty Much The Most Relaxing Semester I'll Ever Have In College IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"As someone who has been an international student for half of her life and so is pretty good at adapting to new environments and culture, I had less of a culture shock and homesickness than what is expected. That being said, Granada was different, new, exciting, and familiar by the end. You're in a way less-stressful environment ..."

Wellesley College
Past Review A Beautiful Time In My Life IES Abroad: Galápagos Islands Direct Enrollment - GAIAS

"I gained a new language, new friends, new knowledge, experiences that were once in a lifetime, new skills, hobbies, and cultural knowledge. That question is silly at this point. HELL YEAH it was worthwhile!"

Brandeis University
Past Review A Great Study Abroad Experience IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Social Sciences & Humanities

"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot, especially how to move to a new country and establish a life there. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Best 4 Months Of My Life In Freiburg IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"VERY worthwhile. I got a very good understanding of what it means to be "European" and how different each country is despite the location. Classes revolve around history/ politics of Europe. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Pretty Stinking Awesome IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I gained confidence in speaking Spanish."

Trinity University
Past Review Incredible! IES Abroad Milan - Full Time Semester Internship

"I learned a new language, culture, and grew a lot as an individual. I highly recommend anyone who is able, to study abroad. "

Brandeis University
Past Review The Best Year Of My Life IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Difficult to sum up in a couple sentences but a lot about myself, especially while living in an entirely different culture from my own. Very worthwhile "

Brandeis University
Past Review Study Abroad In Vienna: Growing Experience IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"growing up and learning to be on my own. It was worth it"

University of Hartford
Past Review Ies Barcelona: La Mejor Experiencia De Mi Vida IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"This was the most worthwhile experience I could ever imagine. As a foreign affairs major, this was the absolute best opportunity for me to learn about the world in an immersive and engaging setting. The faculty were incredible and always there to help or talk to. The classes were probably more challenging than most study abro..."

University of Virginia
Past Review Ecuador Ama La Vida!! IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

"Spanish skills, adopted a new culture, experience traveling, being independent and learning how to work things out. "

Trinity University
Past Review Life Changing IES Abroad: London - Summer Internship

"got to be more independent. did not care about how much money i was spending "

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW
Past Review Changed My Life IES Abroad: London - Summer Internship

"I gained valuable work experience, as well as experience working along side people from all over the world."

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW
Past Review Amazing Experience On The South Island! IES Abroad: Christchurch Direct Enrollment - University Of Canterbury

"I gained a sense of independence in an entirely new country and an appreciation for the beauty of the earth and outdoors. "

University of Virginia
Past Review The Best Experience I've Ever Had IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned a lot about myself, became more comfortable with myself, and gained a lot more confidence. Studying abroad gave me the opportunity to be away from my family and really understand what it means to take care of myself and be responsible. I also traveled by myself for the first time without family, not only travelling to ..."

Anonymous University
Past Review Long Live The Land Of The Long White Cloud IES Abroad: Christchurch Direct Enrollment - University Of Canterbury

"It was absolutely worthwhile! I learned much more about myself and about the world than the content taught in my courses could have showed me. During breathtaking hikes, I had long moments of silence and reflection. During transiting experiences (that I was not used to because I have always had a car), I became more comforta..."

Hope College
Past Review It Was Very Amazing, It Was The Best Summer Of My Life. IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained a sense of adjusting to another culture. Yes it was extremely worthwhile"

Trinity University
Past Review Overwhelmingly Amazing And Full Of Personal Growth IES Abroad: Freiburg - Language & Area Studies

"Very worthwhile. I gained lifelong friends, had once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and grew exponentially on a personal level."

Saint Anselm College