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
"It greatly helped my proficiency and it was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
Kelvin Ampem-Darko Wheaton College, MA
"I learned to be self-sufficient and to be comfortable making my own decisions. I learned that every culture is different, but that it's very easy to find your home even in a foreign city."
Catherine Edwards George Washington University
"I learned that my problem solving skills are incredible. Being observant is key in a city and simply being nice and excusing yourself has an impact. "
Madison Dant Texas Lutheran University
"I became a much more independent and self-sufficient person. It was an experience that I needed to have and that changed me as a person in a great way. I did a lot of growing up and saw things that even my parents have not seen. I am so fortunate for the opportunity. "
Victoria D Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I learned so much about Vienna's culture, Austrian politics, the education system there, some German, great friends, what it's like to live in a big European city. SO worth while."
Julianne McAdams University of Rochester
"The best part of a semester abroad is the opportunity to truly live in another country. During my semester in Rome, I truly felt like I was immersed in the culture and the country. One unique component of this was the chance to live with an Italian roommate. My roommate Lorenzo helped us with everything from the language to gett..."
Alex Lojko George Washington University
"I learned independence, adaptability, and how to be Parisian! It was the most worthwhile thing I have ever done"
Cassidy Basinski Loyola University Chicago
"I improved my Spanish and learned about Spanish history and culture. I learned a lot about the world and gained new perspectives through my interactions with others. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Mary Kate Winn University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"I learned how to be more self-sufficient and be more outgoing. I definitely belive that it was worthwhile"
Armani Nightengale Loyola University Chicago
"I learned that the world is such a big place, and it is important to leave your comfort zone and go see as much as you can. This experience also helped me realize the importance of respecting and not judging things about another culture that I may not understand. "
Anne University of Rochester
"I learned so much about myself. I had a lot of time to reflect since I was in a more relaxed environment that I'd never been in before. "
A student Georgetown University
"I learned more than imaginable about myself and what I need in order to make myself happy. "
Alex Hoots Wofford College
"My study abroad experience in Milan through IES Abroad was fantastic. My goals before studying abroad were to make friends with Italian students and learn to speak the language. I had taken 4 semesters of Italian before studying abroad, however my Italian greatly improved through my Advanced Italian class. I felt comfortable get..."
Caitlyn Gemma Simmons College
"I improved my Spanish skills a considerable amount, and feel comfortable speaking with whomever, native speaker or not. I earned credits toward majors at home, became fully proficient, made tons of friends, and had a great cultural experience."
Ian Cook University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"I learned tons about Europe and about many different cultures! I also learned to respect different cultures and to embrace them. I found the program to be very worthwhile. "
Danica Genners The College of Wooster
"confidence in speaking spanish, sense of independence. "
Kristina Hamilton Butler St. Olaf College
"I gained a better perspective on life and what my core values are. I l look at life differently now, but all for the better."
Tauriah Texas Christian University
"I gained so much more than just language skills. I learned how it was to live in a different country, and I adapted my lifestyle to one completely different from what I was used to. "
Juliana Minasian DePaul University
"I gained confidence in myself that rolled over from my speaking ability into everything I do now. Saying worthwhile is an understatement."
Joshua Hays Indiana University - Bloomington
"My experience abroad gave me a more global perspective on life overall. I was able to travel to not only the UK, but to several other countries in Europe, all of which taught me more and more. It gave me a whole new appreciation for European history and art/architecture."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained more knowledge about France and Europe, as well as a more global perspective on some important issues like the Brexit and French politics. I met a wide variety of personalities that I though I would have clashed with, but ended up being very comparable as friends. My French greatly improved, showing that this immersion ..."
Iggy Takahashi University of Portland
"By the end, I felt so comfortable speaking French and now I really feel like I can say I am fluent in French. Choosing a program with classes all in French was a great decision and a great way to improve my language abilities. Living abroad in a big city also pushed me out of my comfort zone, as well as having an internship wher..."
Jennifer Miami University
"I learned how to be more of an adult, to live more on my own, and how to be independent and resourceful in a totally different culture. I learned to travel and exist in a place where people may not know you're language, and how to communicate. I learned all about the refugee crisis and terrorism in Europe, from a first-hand pers..."
Shannon Boley Hamilton College
"This semester abroad was definitely worthwhile. I learned to be more independent and comfortable exploring unknown places/foods. I was able to hear speakers who were directly involved with policies dealing with current events like TTIP and the Syrian Refugee Crisis. "
Diane Padilla University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I made friends that I will keep for the rest of my life. I was also convinced that Freiburg is where I would like to get my Masters degree. Freiburg is the perfect German college town in my opinion. It was absolutely worthwhile."
David Brinsky Wake Forest University
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