4.6 - 2813 Reviews

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 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

OVERALL RATING 4.6
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October 3, 2025
Past Review My Experience In I Taly IES Abroad: Milan - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I greatly improved my language skills while I was there. I would consider this a great and worthwhile skill."

Santa Clara University
Past Review Dublin Is Incredible IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

" 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."

Hope College
Past Review Was Able To Learn About People With Cultures From All Over The World. IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - University College London

"I learned about different cultures and other countries' histories. Definitely worthwhile!!"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Yikes, What If I Hadn't Done That? IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"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. "

Bowdoin College
Past Review Buenos Aires, 2014 IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"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..."

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Past Review When Learning Is Not Confined To Classrooms IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"German culture, EU situation and problems, specific country's challenges…I feel like I have learn a lot. At the same time, I learned a lot about myself and developed a set of skills that only studying abroad can give me."

Franklin & Marshall College
Past Review Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone. IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"I learned to step out of my comfort zone. You won't be able to experience anything if you don't challenge yourself to. This particular study abroad experience is exactly what you make it. If you dive in, you will get even more back."

Georgetown College
Past Review Branching Out IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained a new perspective on life from the experience. I believe wholeheartedly that it was worth my while. It taught me how to expand beyond my own little bubble and look at life from the lens of an Irishman. Life over there is calmer, more accepting of life (as opposed to always trying to change everything for our own benefit..."

Anonymous University
Past Review I Could Not Ask For A Better Way To Spend My Time In Europe. IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Studying abroad was such an incredible and eye-opening experience. I could not ask for a better way to spend my time in Europe. "

Wofford College
Past Review Amazing Semester In Sydney IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"Studying abroad in Sydney was one of the best decisions I have made. It's impossible to describe my five month experience in a review, but upon my return to the states, I have recommended studying abroad to everyone. I arrived back in the US a different person than when I left, and the changes I went through while abroad shaped ..."

Seattle University
Past Review A Transformative And Well Rounded Experience. IES Abroad: London - Study London

"Without a doubt this experience was worthwhile and life changing. Through IES abroad, I was able to gain sense of perspective about the world. I learned a lot about myself and independence. IES facilitated an environment in which their students could thrive and find success."

Loyola University Chicago
Past Review Granada, Te Amo! IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"Granada was an incredible environment for studying abroad; it offers the best of so many worlds. The Andalusians and other Spaniards I met in Granada were kind and open people, the popularity of UGR brought international students from all around the world to the city, the night culture is very lively while also very safe, the ci..."

Scripps College
Past Review Ich Liebe Wien IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I grew as a person and really got to know about the world. "

Wake Forest University
Past Review My Semester In The Country Of Mountains And The City Of Music IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"It was definitely worth while. I learned how to navigate and live in a large city. I learned so much about the history of Vienna and created my own favorite places and memories in that city. I gained confidence in my language abilities and my ability to travel on my own and take care of myself. "

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Ies Abroad: Dublin, Irish Studies IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I gained an understanding of Irish culture, economy, and politics I did not have before. It was my first time being exposed to a different pace and views of the world that I now get to incorporate with my perspective. My time in Dublin was completely worthwhile and has inspired me to continue to travel and to see things from m..."

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
Past Review A Colorful Time By The Black Forest IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"I learned so much about myself, how good I could become at German if I only pushed myself to take the chance. I became more self-sufficient, matured thoroughly, and had my eyes opened to the unendingly various ways in which people could live. It was awareness-widening and character-depeening. Absolutely worthwhile. "

Georgetown University
Past Review Freiburg Is Amazing IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"I became a much more confident German speaker, and I also became more culturally aware. The program was definitely worthwhile. "

Wofford College
Past Review ¡Que Divertido! IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I really enjoyed my experience abroad with IES. I think that not only did I gain Spanish language skills but I also gained confidence in myself. Furthermore, for the first time I lived in a large metropolitan city and I learned a lot about city life. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "

Kenyon College
Past Review One Experience With A Life Time Impact IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I gained confidence, self-reliance, independence, professional skills, and an enhanced perspective"

Knox College
Past Review Living The London Life And Loving It! IES Abroad: London - Theater Studies

"I chose IES Abroad because it offered a flexible program that could work with my majors. I am currently pursuing a double-degree in theatre and business marketing at my home university and wanted a program in which I was able to study both of these subjects. IES Abroad London – Theatre Studies program allowed me to focus on my t..."

Seattle University
Past Review Ready To Go Back Now... IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language

"My experience in Granada, Spain was much more transformative than I had ever expected. I grew more, learned more spanish, made more mistakes, and made many, many more lifelong, remarkable relationships and experiences than I had ever expected. Going to Spain, I knew that living in a completely new country would change me in som..."

Claremont McKenna College
Past Review Study London IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I think I am much more capable to fending for myself while traveling or acclimating to new cultures. It was definitely worth the experience."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Sampling Europe IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"Absolutely. I increased my confidence in my independence and became more understanding of the ntion that no matter what culture we come from ,our similarities are greater than our differences."

University of Redlands
Past Review The Best City In Spain IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I am more independent, have a global perspective and improved my language skills. I was definitely immersed in a different culture and loved every second of it. "

University of Redlands