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
Based on 2813 Reviews
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October 3, 2025
Past Review An Amazing Summer In Dublin IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"It was absolutely worthwhile! I gained cultural knowledge, as well as developed a greater sense of awareness. I made friends and I still keep in touch with my roommates from the program. Furthermore, I absolutely fell in love with Ireland. It is filled with charming, caring, and diverse people. The scenery is so breathtaking..."

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Past Review Seven Weeks Of Art History Heaven IES Abroad: Multi-Location Summer - Museums & Beyond: Art & Culture in Paris, Rome & Madrid

"Learning about the art and histories of Paris, Rome, and Madrid were simply some of the most amazing educational experiences I could have asked for, and immersing myself into the cultures of these bustling cities was also incredibly important for my own world views and self growth. There's no need for textbooks and glossy printe..."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Ich Liebe Freiburg IES Abroad: Freiburg Summer - European Union: Politics & Economics

"What did I gain? Bravery. Now that I'm back home, I face everything with a "If I went to Germany, I can totally do this." mentality. It was the most amazing summer of my life."

Indiana University - Southeast
Past Review The Summer Of My Life IES Abroad: London - UK Today Summer

"I became more culturally aware than I thought I would be. I learned so much about the city I was in, the people around me, and myself! It was absolutely worthwhile. "

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Summer Abroad In Berlin IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned too many things to count while abroad. I learned how to roll with the punches, how to deal with whatever life throws at me. I greatly improved my German and my confidence in speaking. I learned about the EU and German film through my classes. I learned how to meet new people, even those who do not speak my language. Ov..."

Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
Past Review Summer In Dublin IES Abroad: Dublin - History, Politics & Social Change

"Living abroad was the best experience of my life. I learned so much, not just about the local culture and history, but how to be more independent and confident in navigating the world. It was also a whole lot of fun, and the memories I have from my trip are ones that I will cherish forever."

University of Virginia
Past Review Berlin: An Adventure Awaits! IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"In addition to learning a lot about Berlin, Germany, and their population, I learned a lot about myself and what kind of person I want to be in the world. Interacting with all of these new people, places, and things really made me realize how much of the world is still out there for me to explore and learn about! There's so much..."

Amherst College
Past Review An Amazing Experience IES Abroad: Tokyo - Tokyo Summer

"A new cultural mindset, a great deal of first-hand experience with Japanese language and culture, and so many new friends that I am still in touch with. It was absolutely worthwhile."

Florida Gulf Coast University
Past Review You'll Experience More Than You Ever Thought You Could! IES Abroad: Dublin Direct Enrollment - National Theatre School of Ireland-Gaiety School of Acting

"I definitely believe I became a better actor and am so much more globally aware now. Ireland is amazing and I think we have so much to learn from their history. "

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Past Review Rome Became My Second Home IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"See response above."

The College of Wooster
Past Review This Is Rome IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Language skills. Yes"

Wellesley College
Past Review Breathtaking Berlin: Living In Europe's Most Exciting City IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"The experience was definitely worthwhile! I learned that I am incredibly fascinated by German culture, as well as learning so much from Germany's passion for sustainable living."

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Semester Of School Yet! IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"It was absolutely worthwhile. The experience really taught me how to be an individual and get by in a foreign city and foreign culture. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Good Experience IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learnt a lot. Germany was not as easy to fit in. I learnt how to deal with people's attitude to minority. As an Asian I feel that when people encounter me they do not treat me as a unique individual but a general Asian. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Granada: The City Of Cultural Fusion IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"I learned a wide range of useful information, from simply learning how to navigate a foreign city to acquainting myself with the fine aspects of a culture. My language abilities improved a great deal, and moreover, my confidence with the language and locals certainly improved. I have a greater appreciation for different ways of ..."

Hope College
Past Review A Semester In The Mother City IES Abroad: Cape Town - University of Cape Town

"Coming from a very conservative city in the southern United States my experience at the University of Cape Town shaped me in such a positive way. The perspective I gained was one I could have only gained in this unique city. Cape Town is vibrant - a mixing pot of so many beautiful cultures accented with immaculate nature, unlike..."

Wofford College
Past Review Greatest 6 Weeks Of My Life With Ies Berlin Metropolitan Studies And Architecture IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned a lot about myself in terms of political views. I learned what I truly cared about and believed in"

Trinity University
Past Review The Most Difficult And Most Rewarding Thing IES Abroad: Nagoya Direct Enrollment - Nanzan University

"When you define yourself by your skilled communication and articulacy, and are subsequently dropped in a country where you are illiterate, you have to find new ways to define yourself. I did, and it was the most insightful discovery I made. I also gained a ton of confidence speaking a foreign language, and a necessary foundation..."

Washington State University
Past Review Best 6 Weeks Of My Life IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I learned a lot about myself and how to interact with other people. "

Trinity University
Past Review Wonderful Tokyo! Wonderful Community! IES Abroad: Tokyo - Tokyo Summer

"I learn how to make friends with people who speak different languages with me. It is totally worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Why Engineering Students Should Study In Madrid, Spain IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I learned how to assimilate in a different environment in a seamless manner. I improved my Spanish skills - and I learned how to study in a different academic system that what I'm used to."

University of Rochester
Past Review Life Changing! IES Abroad: Nagoya Direct Enrollment - Nanzan University

"I learned how to be more independent from my solo travels and I believed this experience was worthwhile because it gives students the chance to live in a foreign country and understand their culture on a deeper level while being immersed."

Brandeis University
Past Review Causal Experience Abroad IES Abroad: Amsterdam Summer – Society, Culture & Gender

"I learned about Gender in Dutch culture"

Berea College