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 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
"I became so much more confident and independent because of my experience abroad, and came back to the United States an overall happier person. "
A student Southern Methodist University
"This experience was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile. I wish more American students would study abroad."
Sarah M Trinity University
"I gained so many friends and had so many adventures. I became more independent and learned to make my own budget and travel plans. It was the best three months of my life and I already miss it!"
hannah.thielmeyer Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained experience living independently. It was worthwhile."
Emmett G Brandeis University
"I experienced life truly away from home for the first time, and was able to completely immerse myself in another culture. I appreciate everything about Ireland that I learned there, from the rules of Gaelic football to James Joyce's biography. Trinity wasn't the best experience academically (and the administration was a nightm..."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Studying abroad in Ecuador was the best decision I ever made. I not only improved my Spanish skills, but I also learned a lot about both the Ecuadorian culture and my American culture."
Jessie T Trinity University
"I learned to trust myself. I gained confidence I never had before. I learned how to be self-sufficient. I learned how to prioritize. I grew into an adult through all the mistakes I made and all the successes I celebrated. I gained friends. Some who were even foreign to Ireland. I became so much more creative. I discovered..."
Alyx G Trinity University
"I learned a lot of Japanese. The class I took was very tough, and there was homework every day. I made a lot of Japanese friends and really value my time there. I can't wait to go back. "
Noor P The University of Texas at Austin
"This was absolutely the most worthwhile experience I have ever had. It was amazing to immerse myself completely in another culture, learn about their customs and history and society. It was awesome to go to another country, knowing no one, and make incredible friendships. Being on your own somewhere unfamiliar is the best way in..."
Brianna C The University of Texas at Austin
"Emotional Intelligence, Greater Communication Skills, Independence, Self-Motivation, Awareness, Understanding, and Appreciation. Completely worthwhile. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. "
Deana H Texas Lutheran University
"I gained the knowledge that I could have gone to Kanda and get an apartment on my own. I definitely did not get help from IES. My experience in Nagoya was much more worthwhile. "
Laura L Austin College
"I learned Italian! Totally worth it."
Brett D The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to not keep such a limited perspective on the world. There are so many cultures out there and every one has a different perspective... it really blew my mind to see how peoples' values and lifestyles changed across the world."
Charlie W Trinity University
"Professional and valuable cultural information of not only Spain but all of Europe that will help me throughout my life. Networking and valuable travel experiences. "
Kyle T Texas Lutheran University
"Barcelona is a beautiful, lively city never with a shortage of something to do. It really has everything you could ever want while traveling abroad. There was some of the best food I have ever had and there was so much history and beautiful architecture to take in. I can't forget to mention the exciting social scene. Barcelona w..."
Anne Marie H Clemson University
"Ireland is a beautiful country with wonderful people. It was so much fun being in the city throughout the week and then being able to disappear to the lush green countryside on the weekends! Traveling throughout the country is very easy and not too expensive, which allowed me to see Ireland in its entirety!"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It gave me the chance to learn more about my professional self and helped me learn how to adapt to different cultural differences in the workplace. It was very worthwhile because now I can help others at school with the same thing."
Jenae' M University of Tennessee - Knoxville
"Studying abroad in Ireland this past summer was by far the best decision I could have made. From the people I met to the places I was able to travel to, it was overall an incredible experience. I can't recommend studying through IES enough--the staff is so enthusiastic about helping you to optimize your time abroad and they are ..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was def worth it. "
Kyri B University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"I learned so much and became more aware of my surroundings. I was able to recognize differences between an American work environment and a UK work environment. I gained knowledge in London's history of art, theatre, and music scene. It was definitely worthwhile. I feel like I have yet to complete discovering all that London has..."
Nicolas T Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"I learned so much about myself and I have more faith in myself to travel alone and live on my own. I also am thrilled that I would now consider myself fluent in Spanish! "
Anna P Hofstra University
"My French skills definitely improved when I was abroad. Taking all of my classes in French, hearing people speak French in the streets, and living with a host family all helped me practice my French, especially as it is used in daily life. I learned to be more independent by having to find my way around a new city. I also learne..."
A student University of Rochester
"When I first started planning my semester in France, I was convinced that I wanted to study abroad in Paris because, well-- it's Paris! Looking back on my experience now, I could not be happier that I chose Nantes instead. I truly believe that I gained so much more from living in a smaller city where English is not commonly spok..."
Carly D University of California - Irvine
"I learned so many life lessons through the UK Today program and have found a better sense of who I am as a person. Both of the classes I took met in specific locations in the city, such as the National Portrait Gallery or the Royal Naval College in Greenwich, and required lots of walking and picture taking (two things I throughl..."
A student Purdue University
"This was probably the one of the best decisions I've made about how to spend my summer. I've always wanted to visit France and learn the culture by living there and this was my dream come true. My host family was awesome. I lived with a mom with two children. She was extremely nice and spoke slowly to me at first so that I ca..."
A student Northwestern University
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