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
"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..."
Laura Abbott Washington State University
"a lot."
Andrew Trinity University
"I learned a lot about myself and how to interact with other people. "
A student Trinity University
"I learn how to make friends with people who speak different languages with me. It is totally worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"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."
Abdulwahab Alhaji University of Rochester
"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."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about Gender in Dutch culture"
A student Berea College
"I learned a lot about what exists outside the Americas and how we are perceived and how much different the world is than what we know it as. Broaden my perception. "
LeAndrew Gordon Trinity University
"Learned a lot of German and met with old European friends. Very worthwhile."
Abby Macalester College
"There is so much to see and so much to do, from visiting the many museums they have to offer, to visiting Keukenhof (the tulip festival in the spring), and of course biking around trying to understand the flow of traffic. Not only would I recommend that every college student spend a semester abroad, but also everyone should visi..."
Marina University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"It was undoubtably worthwhile. My view of the world has been transformed and I was introduced to new ideas and perspectives in addition to new people and places. "
Lily University of Vermont
"I learned so much about myself from my experience abroad. It was definitely worthwhile and I am so thankful I chose to study abroad in Amsterdam. "
Maddison Story University of Washington
"I learned to be more independent, and I became much more social. "
Katie Wagner College
"I gained a multifaceted range of personal, professional, and academic skills while strengthening my cultural competence abroad. I learned to step outside my comfort zone, apply my major in a culturally diverse setting, travel, and found plenty of opportunities to enhance my abroad experience. This time in my life was worthwhile ..."
Nitsa D The College of Wooster
"I learned what kind of life I would like after college, as well as practical skills regarding my pursuit of music. Definitely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I am so happy that I chose this program. I loved the aspects of cultural immersion, and felt like I really understood a different culture by the end. I didn't want to leave! "
A student University of Rochester
"I learned a lot about independence and acceptance of different cultures. The Italian way of life is different from anything we are used to here and I really enjoyed having the chance to learn it by living it."
Gabriella Fordham University
"I learned so much about so many diverse countries throughout Europe. I was able to visit so many places and meet lots of different people from all over. I definitely feel like I really gained a deeper understanding of how unique each culture is and I really learned how to plan my travels in advance. "
Taylor Cirbo Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned so much. I matured in innumerable ways. My Spanish skills skyrocketed, I became more independent, I am now comfortable in foreign countries and in uncomfortable situations. I think every person should study abroad if they have the chance."
Margaret Colorado College
"My Spanish not only greatly improved but I also learned how to put myself out there and jump into those uncomfortable situations. 4 or 5 months is not long enough in Granada. I made connections with people that I know will last and we had some of the most amazing adventures together during our time abroad. "
Summer Cook University of Washington
"After seven months of immersing myself in the Spanish culture and three months of working towards this beautiful cause, I said a heartfelt “see you later” to those spontaneous strolls through my neighborhood, dinners with my host mom, afternoons at the park, and 9-2 shifts at Make-A-Wish Spain. It was difficult accepting the fac..."
Daniela R The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned a lot about how to travel efficiently and thats a skill I will carry with my for the rest of my life. It required planning/time management skills and spontaneity. "
Marisa Fear University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
" Studying abroad in Freiburg im Breisgau, a small city in SüdDeutschland(South Germany) seems like an underrated opportunity so far. But comparing to other IES Programs in Europe it's absolutely unique. People gain both local experience in a typical German town and international experience by taking field trips to other c..."
Renjia Huang University of Rochester
"I gained much knowledge about the European as well as the countries I visited thanks to the experts/ professors we got to meet at each destination. "
A student Grinnell College
"This program really helped me, to improve my German and to gain a much better understanding of Freiburg's unique culture. By the program's end I felt very comfortable in Freiburg and had formed strong friendships with local Freiburgers, international non US students, and other American students. "
Brandon Colby College
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