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
"From my experience abroad I learned how to be an independent global-citizen. I am much more open to change and different cultures than it was before. By living abroad I also learned how to adapt to situations and learned how to rely on my language and communication skills. It was a worthwhile experience that I will cherish forev..."
Sarah S Wofford College
"I was so blessed to study abroad in London for a semester. The experience challenged me as a person in a broad range of areas: socially, academically, and vocationally. Socially, I loved meeting new international friends outside the program in my student dorm, the local gospel choir, my sister's church, a London faith-based grou..."
MaryAnna K University of Rochester
"I learned to be independent and ask questions, try new things, and just be brave. "
Katie B University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"Every class I took with IES was extremely informative and challenging enough where I still remember what I learned to this day. From traveling, I gained a broader perspective of the world, a passion for exploration and even filming, and more understanding of myself as a person. I definitely came out of this program more mature, ..."
Philip C Tufts University
"I have always had a passion for traveling, and this was the perfect opportunity for me to be based someplace really cool with a lot of things going on, but also the perfect gateway to the rest of Europe. I feel like I learned a lot about myself while I was there, and was given the time to do so. The Dutch's school system is diff..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about the culture, the politics, the language and most importantly about life and myself! "
Callan S Wittenberg University
"I gained independence and self awareness. This experience was definitely worthwhile; I was able to grow as a person and learn so much about myself."
Marilynn Z Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I gained a sense of independence and appreciation for the different culture."
Emily M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to be more independent and open minded to different situations. You never know what is going to be thrown at you and you have to roll with the punches!"
Stephanie D Villanova University
"I learned how to be more confident in my language abilities and to take action to accomplish my goals. I learned how to understand and confront cultural differences. The amount of academic and personal growth that I experienced made this program worthwhile."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Studying abroad was the best experience I ever had. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity where you learn more about yourself, the world and people you would never normally meet. I had an amazing time learning and exploring a new culture and country. I walked into my homestay with no idea of the language but my host family was ..."
A student Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Not only did I greatly improve my Spanish speaking abilities, make new American and foreign friends, and explore all over Spain and Europe, but I also grew a lot as a person. Mainly, I experienced a new level of independence traveling in foreign countries by myself, and gained a fre..."
Caitlin S Bowdoin College
"I gained a lot of self confidence. Although I had a host family to help me, I had to do a lot of things on my own, including navigating a new city and mastering a new language. It was definitely worthwhile."
Ashley B Santa Clara University
"IES Abroad Nantes is an amazing program! Specifically, the host families and the program/university classes are two things I will highlight that were a huge part of everyone's day-to-day experiences. The host families are your home base: they really do welcome you in with open arms (which is rather difficult when you think about..."
A student Northwestern University
"I definitely learned a lot about Japan. I thought I understood a lot of things about Japan before I left. I thought I understood the exclusivity and indirectness of the culture, among the many other attitudes that run beneath the surface of Japanese society. But there are a lot of things that you can't understand unless you go t..."
A student Haverford College
"The program overall was a great experience. It definitely changed the way that I see American culture and the "way we do things" here in America. It helps to broaden your horizons about life in general. Living in a completely different culture gives you a great opportunity to reflect on yourself and grow as a person. The aca..."
Tyler S Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Studying abroad has taught me a lot about myself. I am more open to the idea of living somewhere extremely different for a short time, and it definitely made me catch the travel bug. It has also made me more confident when I enter new situations, because that was something we dealt with constantly while abroad. I have a special ..."
JoAnna N Indiana University - Bloomington
"I feel comfortable speaking conversational spanish now. I was able to travel to 5 other countries, travelled by myself, tried a ton of new foods, saw some incredible buildings and museums. "
Brendan C University of Rochester
"I learned so much about myself, what it means to travel, and about Ireland. I had an amazing experience, and I would go back in a heartbeat."
Markie A University of Rochester
"I always knew that I would be studying abroad at some point during my college career. Coming in, I did not know where I wanted to go or what I wanted to do, but I knew that I wanted to explore and fulfill a dream. I chose Barcelona because of my limited knowledge in Spanish as well as the desire to be located in Europe for a sem..."
Andrew B University of Wisconsin - Madison
"Invaluable experience. World class city, friendly people, engaging classes, intelligent professors, and a launching pad to travel throughout the rest of Europe. "
Grace N University of Rochester
"I learned about a new culture and ways that different people in various countries live. I also learned how to become adaptable and deal with almost any situation I came across. The whole experience was well worth it and I would do it again in a heartbeat. "
Katelynn D Hope College
"Besides the incredible amount of history and culture I learned from the 15 countries I visited, I learned most about myself. Being away from everything, I learned who I truly am and what I value. Most of all, I learned to have confidence. After all, if I can do this, I can do anything."
Bill M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned a lot about the history of Spain and its impact on the world. It was definitely worthwhile."
Abner A University of Rochester
"I gained a confidence in my own self-sufficiency and a lot of language skills. I also learned how to become more confident in my abilities. Overall, I would consider it worthwhile. "
Emily P Lehigh University
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