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
"IES Abroad Granada allowed me to become a more confident, worldly individual. Going abroad put me outside of my comfort zone, and I'm very grateful for that. In Granada, I became familiar with a new and beautiful culture, fell in love with art and architecture and dance, made some amazing new friends, and learned how to cook exc..."
A student Kenyon College
"Learned a lot about Berlin's rapid gentrification, architecture, social issues, and history. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained independence, experience, expansion of my worldview, perspective, confidence, a network of people all over the world, a new appreciation for people and places. I also gained a new incentive to learn a language that I never thought I'd have. It was an invaluable experience."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained an innumerable amount of self-love and self-awareness, as well as many friends and experiences that I can never recreate in their entirety because they are so precious to my time here. "
A student Brandeis University
"Language, open-mindedness, saw Europe. Yes"
Benjamin M Brandeis University
"Studying in Amsterdam with IES wasn't just a life changing experience, it was preparation for life after graduation and acceptance of a new life style and culture. Looking back on it, I wouldn’t have chosen another program or location. I met tons of other study abroad students from various countries who said they loved their pro..."
Abigail Z The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to appreciate new cultures, whether it's my Spanish host family or my friend I met here from Missouri. I learned more Spanish than I ever have before or will again. IES is also not a vacation. I have a full academic courseload, with final exams and final projects/essays. I'll intege"
Ari L Brandeis University
"The overall experience was worthwhile, it's what you put into it. I learned the significance of balancing outside life with school/program obligations"
Ryan T The University of Texas at Austin
"Incredibly so, international exposure, enhanced social understanding, cultural adaptation techniques, and significant improvements in my ability to speak and understand Castellano. "
Alexander G Trinity University
"This was the absolute best program and best experience of my life! IES took care of every last detail and so I did not have to worry about anything when I first got there. I have made so many great friends in this program and I so forever thankful for this opportunity. I learned so much about myself and the world around me in a ..."
Alex F Wellesley College
"Traveling, European culture, Italian culture and lifestyle, International Banking and Management of Organizations"
Farshin Z The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained perspective and awareness on many social and political issues, as well as problem solving and communication skills. I would recommend this program to anyone considering going abroad."
Michael H Texas Lutheran University
"I learned a lot about myself and my own capabilities. I also feel as though I have a better understanding of what it means to be American, and have the expanded sight of the affect America has globally. It was more than worthwhile - I would recommend it 100 percent. "
A student Trinity University
"Dorm life was fantastic for me - that’s how I met the most germans and my roommates were very welcoming. All in all a fantastic experience."
A student Northwestern University
"I gained better observation and navigation skills. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Texas Lutheran University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I have a new look on politics and the European Union. I learned about international communication and policies."
Catherine O Fordham University
"I learned the value of independence and how important it is to make everyday an adventure. Time is of the essence! It was definitely a worthwhile experience!"
A student Barnard College
"I learned the language through my own involvement in the culture"
A student Trinity University
"I learned about another culture and gained more experience being a swift traveller. It was very worth my semester"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how connected all of humanity really is. I also learned the importance of language and communication. It was one of the best experiences of my life!"
Sarah T University of Tulsa
"Academically, I gained nuanced knowledge of Moroccan politics and language dynamics. I also learned quite a bit of Darija, the Moroccan Dialect. However, most importantly, I grew in terms of character. While abroad, I had to get out of my box in order to face the harder aspects, such as language barriers, gender inequality, cult..."
Jada B Georgetown University
"I learned a lot about myself, and gained so much confidence that it cannot be measured. It was incredibly worthwhile. "
Laura T Hope College
"I gained a new sense of independence that I didn't realize I had before! My navigation skills improved and I felt extremely comfortable wandering around the city by myself without a fear of getting lost or being alone. I also learned so much about different cultures which allowed me to see American culture from a different persp..."
Natalie W Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Study abroad is the best possible thing you can do. You learn so much about yourself and about the world around you that you cannot learn in a classroom."
Caroline G Villanova University
"I grew to understand myself more while I was abroad. I feel more confident asking questions, don't hesitate to meet challenges head on, and feel a lot more expansive as a person since getting back. For these reasons, and countless more, the experience was 100% worthwhile. In retrospect, I see it as a necessary step in personal m..."
Emmet H Yale University
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