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 learned more about myself; I became more self-confident. And of course, I gained a lot of friendships, and learning more about a new country and culture."
Sarah Bruihler Gustavus Adolphus College
"I learned how to live on my own, explore new places, and travel on a budget! I also learned how to adapt to a new culture quickly. I think all those skills are important to have. "
Claire Murphy University of San Diego
"I learned how to be independent during my time abroad. I've always been super close with my family, and was terrified to leave for such a long time, but I had the time of my life in Europe and learned how to be on my own. I wouldn't give my experience back for the world. "
A student Tufts University
"I learned a lot about French culture, and I gained an incredible amount of independence and inspiration. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Loyola University Chicago
"I gained close international and American friends, German language and cultural skills, more confidence, urban planning and forest ecology knowledge, and fond memories for a lifetime."
A student University of Virginia
"I lived with one woman, and her lovely, old perro. She was such a sweet and caring, yet chill and funny woman, and something I can't thank her enough for is opening her arms to make me a part of her family. I would go over her kids' houses for dinner and lunch and her grandkids quickly became my hermanitos. The way I was able to..."
Peyton Tatonetti Case Western Reserve University
"My academic interests were reinforced and shaped along the way which has influenced how I'm thinking about my career path now. Even though I know the world's greater than me, being in Dublin and having conversations with people really made that idea stick. It felt as though I was in a box before. The lid was open on this box I w..."
Iyana University of Redlands
"I learned a lot more about myself and gained insight on international business, and the Italian culture. "
Isabella Giannini Santa Clara University
"I gained greater fluency in German, confidence that I can move far away from home and be independent, a greater sense of self, total confidence in my choice of study and endless inspiration. It was incredibly worthwhile. "
Lyndi Pacific Lutheran University
"I learned more than I thought possible about the EU, which is the focus of the program. I also feel like I am much, much more streetwise in an international setting, and will be more confident travelling in the future. "
A student Santa Clara University
"Gained independence and was able to learn my way around the city. "
A student Tulane University
"I learned much more about European politics and economics. Also, I learned about Spanish culture and work life. "
A student DePauw University
"More than I can write in this box. The most worthwhile experience of my life. Wouldn't trade it for anything!"
A student University of Washington
"I improved my spanish, learned about culture, and most importantly learned about myself. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
Amanda Lack Illinois Wesleyan University
"I gained many friends and I learned a lot more Spanish which was my main goal"
A student Wofford College
"I learned to live a simpler life and be more independent "
Celia Martin Connecticut College
"In addition to a massive improvement in my Spanish, I gained incredible friends, a sense that I have a second home in Granada (in the city and with my host family), and an incredible exposure to new cultures, new people, and new perspectives. It was unquestionably worthwhile. "
Nicole Affleck University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I learned more than I ever imagined while abroad. I learned how to be more independent. I gained knowledge on a variety of subjects, including the Chilean healthcare system. I greatly improved my Spanish-speaking abilities. I formed meaningful relationships and gained lots of new friends!! I learned how to take chances and be ad..."
Abby Heubeck Ithaca College
"Hearing so much great music performed by many fantastic musicians, I was eager to work on my own technique. I took voice lessons and received one-on-one coachings. I collaborated with other singers and instrumentalists during a performance workshop class. I took a class a specialized music theory class, studying Fidelio and Die ..."
Mara Lane Knox College
"I studied abroad in Rome with IES Language and Area Studies during the Fall of 2016, and it was by far the best experience of my life. I lived in an apartment, just a fifteen minute walk to school, with five other abroad students and one Italian Student Companion. I absolutely loved my classes and really valued the opportunity..."
Alexandra Healey Occidental College
"I gained incredibly valuable musical experience and experience with the German language and understanding a different culture."
Michael University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I was able to improve my German language skills immensely. I gained friends who I still keep in touch with even though they are in a completely different continent."
Jack Dokken The College of William and Mary
"My Spanish improved significantly, and I made lasting friendships. I also went out of my comfort zone, and am a lot more comfortable putting myself out there and speaking Spanish even though it's not always correct."
Jennifer Scripps College
"I gained confidence in speaking Spanish and many local friends from this experience. I would absolutely do it again the same way if possible because this experience was so worthwhile."
KT Thomas Franklin & Marshall College
"My program really gave me a chance immerse myself in a completely different way of life. I learned how rewarding experiences can be when you do tings because they sound interesting or they challenge you, not just to fulfill some requirement. And I really learned how to just take a breath, calm down, and take life a little less s..."
Suzanne Cole George Washington University
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