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 Netherlands, South Africa, The United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
IES Abroad provides opportunities for students to thrive abroad with program options that fit majors and interests—backed by a high-quality, immersive experience, on-site support, impactful financial aid, and an inclusive community.
IES Abroad experiences are:
- Priced for quality: The program fee includes tuition, housing, and health insurance, along with high-quality predeparture and on-site support, small class sizes, and the opportunity for field trips and immersive experiences.
- Fully supported 24/7: Time-saving visa support and trusted local staff to help with health, housing, and safety, no matter what comes up—or when!
- Designed to count toward graduation while offering a global perspective: Hands-on learning and excursions, led by respected experts in their fields, take your experience beyond the classroom to gain international exposure. We work with university partners to ensure program approval and credit transfer.
- Impactful with real career benefits: 65% of IES Abroad alumni say study abroad was very/extremely influential on their career path and 64% say it contributed to career advancement.
- Generously supported by $7.9 million in financial aid awarded annually: Need-based aid awarded to students applying from consortium member institutions expands access to study abroad.
Study Abroad with IES Abroad
"Excellent language skills; high level of cultural interaction and appreciation; very worthwhile!"
Aran University of Virginia
"I gained a lot of confidence while living in Buenos Aires. I learned that I can handle living in a foreign country without my family. I was able to experience a completely different culture and improve my Spanish language skills. It was definitely a worthwhile experience."
A student Pennsylvania State University - Berks
"My time spent in Freiburg, Germany through the Environmental Studies & Sustainability program was a dream come true! Freiburg is a small but lively city that has made vast changes in recent decades to make it one of the most environmentally progressive towns in the world. Learning about the efforts made throughout the region to ..."
Alyssa Franklin & Marshall College
"The biggest thing I learned from my experience studying in Madrid is that the world is much bigger than we think. There is so much history and culture that can be unlocked by just learning another language, and usually learning a language is easier when immersed in the environment. "
A student University of Rochester
"I gained many new friends and was able to see a whole different part of this world. I felt the different travels and everyday experiences I had were so amazing and I will never forget them. Australia is a wonderful place with the nicest people. "
A student University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"My time abroad gave me a great opportunity to really think about culture, the impact the US really has on so much of the world, how much privilege we have living here, and of course language. Through the experience, my Spanish improved a great deal, especially my confidence when speaking. I always knew I wanted to study abroad..."
Sarah Macalester College
"I learned how to rely more on myself, I gained confidence in my abilities to meet new people and to become engaged in another culture. My time abroad was very worthwhile because not only did I learn a great deal academically but I also feel like I experienced valuable personal growth as well. "
Carli Snyder Pacific Lutheran University
"I learned so much about my own abilities to work hard at adapting to a new culture. I gained valuable travel skills and how to be flexible during times of stress."
Lauren Donahue The College of William and Mary
"This was probably the most worthwhile decision of my life. I got to experience a different country, make new friends, and gain a better appreciation for my own home country. "
Tatianna Banci Brandeis University
"I learned how to enjoy the present moment for what it is."
A student University of Tulsa
"It was awesome to be in a different country! Its so much different than being away from home while in college. "
A student Trinity University
"I realized how you can click with those who you thought you would never click with, how integral just being able to try is, and how each and every person and each and every part of the world has so many wonderful things to offer. "
Bridget Morse-Karzen University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained so much from being immersed in another culture. It taught me how to adapt to different circumstances. "
A student Trinity University
"It was definitely worthwhile --I became more independent, flexible, and open-minded. I learned to embrace the Granadino philosophy of "no pasa nada.""
A student Colorado College
"The biggest gain was the improvement in my French skills, and it was absolutely worth it! It's hard at first; expect that. You'll be a little culture shocked, homesick, and exhausted. But it's so so worth it to get to know a new country, new people, and be welcomed into a new family. "
A student Pomona College
"I learned more about German culture and about Muslim relations in Germany. On top of that I feel like I really developed a more open mindset in terms of learning things for the first time."
Andy C Trinity University
"My semester in Paris has enabled me to make connections to history and also gave me a greater understanding of American foreign policy and its impact on international relations. "
Leigh Wynveen Hope College
"IES Abroad helped me dive into Italian culture and immerse myself among the lazy cafe scene, the bustling nighttime streets, and the majestic arts of Rome. I befriended Italians who taught me the joys of slowing down and enjoying life. "
Samantha Fordham University
"I learned how to live comfortably in another country very unlike my own and improved my Japanese skills. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
A student Swarthmore College
"My Spanish improved a lot. I also learned the value of a more relaxed style of living. It was definitely worthwhile. Now I feel like I have a second family in Granada, and I'm reevaluating what I want to do with my life."
Kensey Katz University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I learned that I can be an independent traveler, and that I am capable of a lot more than I gave myself credit for."
Noelle University of the Pacific
"Writing down everything I gained from this experience would be long enough to put into a book. To put it into a few words, I learned about my interests, facing fears, and of a culture so entirely different from what I grew up being exposed to. It was the most worthwhile experience I think I'll ever have."
Shayna Love Lehigh University
"I learned that America is ignorant. We don't understand or even try to understand other parts of the world. I learned that what I thought I wanted to do with my life turned out to be false, and found that my true passion and interest were in international relations and global studies. I learned unbelievable amounts of history, c..."
Shelby Steidl University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
"I learned a lot about what it is like to live in Japan as a resident rather than a tourist. I will use this information in the future when I am applying for jobs overseas. "
Jordain Haley-Banez Mount Holyoke College
"I learned how to work across cultures! I worked with Italians, Indians, Americans, and Swedes! I learned how to communicate and better explain things and to adjust to new environments with people from totally different cultures! "
Chdillon Wofford College
IES Abroad: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
