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
"Nantes is the perfect city if you want to improve your french skills. Most people don't speak English so you are forced to speak in french. It's big enough so there's always something to do but small enough so that it's not overwhelming. IES does a great job of immersing you in the culture and the program is very organized and t..."
Azelia T University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"I went into the IES Vienna program to learn more about myself, my own artistic identity as a composer and my personal needs as a human being. I learned that so much of what I value in life stems beyond just my career goals, and that there is an entire world of people, places, and things to be explored. My joy came from the const..."
Zach H University of Hartford
"Very much worthwhile, I gained way more than I expected. Each passing day was like a treat; an opportunity to learn something new and see something I've never seen before. I fell in love with every small quality about being abroad. Meeting new people from different backgrounds never bored me and learning about a new tradition or..."
johana g The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned about the vibrant Spanish culture and people. It was extremely worthwhile. "
A student Occidental College
"I learned that most young people in the United States are very unaware of the world around us and the international and intranational events taking place. I think that I have become much more invested in understanding events outside of the bubble I have created for myself. I definitely believe that it was worthwhile. "
Nicole C Wofford College
"Study abroad affected almost every aspect of my life. Academically, being abroad allowed me to learn in more ways than just in the classroom. In fact, I would claim that I learned more outside of the classroom. Because of this, I think the concept of learning, rather than just going through my classes to get good grades, was r..."
A student Claremont McKenna College
"Living in Madrid taught me how much I love living in a city and allowed me to reflect on what I want to do going forward toward graduation. I gained a lot of self confidence as I traveled and learned to navigate the city. I also made wonderful friends that I know I will be close with for years to come. Studying abroad in Madrid ..."
A student Williams College
"Going abroad enabled me to become a more independent person and enabled me to experience and immerse myself in a new culture. I am so happy that I studied abroad in Vienna because it was an amazing city and had many different cultural offerings. "
Alli P Boston College
"I gained a solid group of girlfriends that I believe I will be friends with for the rest of my life. I also improved greatly as a musician, and received invaluable career advice from my private lesson teacher that has encouraged me to consider pursuing a Master's in music performance. The experience helped me become more indepen..."
A student Boston College
"I gained a new outlook on life. It's so hard to explain, but basically after seeing how different things are in Europe, I've acquired somewhat of a distaste for certain things about America. I won't delve into those because you'll certainly form your own opinions after your experience, but I will dwell on how different I do feel..."
Katie E University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"My study abroad experience in the Health Practice and Policy program was great. All of my professors were very qualified and experienced in the subjects that they taught me. I had a Study London course that was taught by an Oxford lecturer who regularly explored European politics in his research. For my three HPP courses, I felt..."
Gordon E American University
"cultural awareness, spanish fluency, independence, cultural immersion "
Jelisa V Santa Clara University
"I gained a much better understanding of diversity and of how much a culture can benefit from being such an internationally-integrated city. I learned how to live and thrive on my own and how to make the best out of a short amount of time living in a city that was so wonderful. "
Nicole H University of Colorado - Denver
"I learned that there might be a wrong way to do things but there is most definitely more than one right way of doing things. Different ways of life give you different cultural insights that will help you learn more about yourself and the world that you live in. "
Rabia H Elmhurst University
"Going abroad to Freiburg gave me not only practical, concrete knowledge of issues in current Germany as well as locally and a broader cultural appreciation, but also taught me how to live independently on my own for the first time."
A student Wake Forest University
"The IES program in Vienna was incredible. The staff is a wonderful community, all of whom are willing to help with anything and everything. The classes are interesting with professors from varied backgrounds. One of my professors was a curator at the Art History Museum which allowed us to have class in the museum once a week. Vi..."
A student Colgate University
"Leaving home for the Paris BIA program was my first experience of Europe. I was nervous, but I certainly couldn't keep my excitement at bay. I had never taken French a day in my life. Luckily, I had amazing professors who taught me just what I needed to further my exploration. I simply needed is a bit of confidence and courage t..."
A student University of Rochester
"I learned music through classes, lessons, and culture and gained life-long friendships. I gained more confidence as a person and learned to really appreciate how amazing traveling with friends can be. It was definitely worthwhile."
Andrew.Arensman California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained world experience, lifelong friends, and a deep love and knowledge of a new city. "
A student Johns Hopkins University
"I greatly improved my language skills while I was there. I would consider this a great and worthwhile skill."
Tiffany N Santa Clara University
"Absolutely "
Will D University of the South
" I gained so much from my experience abroad. I was able to explore Ireland, I made amazing friendships, and learned so much about the culture."
Erin W Hope College
"I learned about different cultures and other countries' histories. Definitely worthwhile!!"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to love being in new and uncomfortable situations. I learned that people are generally very similar, but there are inherent differences in the ways we choose to live our lives. I learned how to do my part in forming incredible relationships, and I'm excited to see how they continue in the future. "
Jimmy D Bowdoin College
"The semester that I spent in Buenos Aires, Argentina was by far the most memorable and valuable experiences I have ever had. I lived in Argentina from July to December of 2014 with an Argentine host family who were spectacular. Along with my host family I was assisted by IES with getting accustomed to the city and learning h..."
Cody K University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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