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
"I gained cultural-, environmental-, and self-awareness, all very important for a fulfilling life. I also learned about amazing animals, how to salsa dance, how to surf, and how to speak spanish. This experience was definitely worthwhile. "
Alexandra Y University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
"I am more capable of change and adaption than I once thought; I wonder more and crave to discover more in this vast world. Living in a drastically new place humbled me to the differences in this world."
Kyra M Villanova University
"I learned that sometimes in order to learn, you need to burst out of your comfort zone and explore independently. You can't be afraid of going across the world by yourself because everyone is in the same exact boat as you, sailing away to the most amazing experience of their lives. It was 100% worthwhile!!"
Sarah R Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"Yes it was worthwhile. A better understanding of another culture and people. Improvement in my spanish. "
Jamila S Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"From this experience, I gained memories and friends that I will never forget. It was the best and most worth-while experience of my life and anyone who has the opportunity to study abroad needs to do so. I learned so much about myself, about culture and I gained a deeper sense of independence. I can't put into words the extent o..."
Alyssa C University of Vermont
"I was able to meet new people and learn about new cultures. I was able to travel to watch a football match in London, ski the alps, skydive in Italy, cook local Viennese cuisine, and go to mass at Stephansdom Cathedral. I gained independence and confidence and loved my time abroad!"
A student Boston College
"Studying abroad was without a doubt the most worthwhile thing I've ever done. I gained a whole new perspective, a second language, some of my best friends, a loving family, and a second home. I learned even more than I expected not only about a new culture, but about myself."
Julia W Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"DEFINITELY WORTHWHILE. I went to New Zealand by myself, without knowing anyone else. I was a little worried at first but I ended up having a phenomenal time! I did a home stay and made a bunch of local friends, whom I went out with on weekends and showed me around the suburbs as well as the city. I traveled with some of them to ..."
Alexis L Miami University
"I worked five days a week for Sportsfile, photographing Irish sporting events as well as assisting in photoshoots. I loved the Irish culture and the people I worked with most. I still keep in touch with many of my colleagues and have formed long-lasting relationships. The staff at IES Abroad was brilliant from start to finish, h..."
A student Biola University
"I got a lot better at French and gained self confidence through solo travel"
Graice V Illinois Wesleyan University
"Studying abroad took me far out of my comfort zone and proved to me that I am capable of far more than I ever thought. I learned to embrace the unexpected and to find something special in every day. I am far more flexible and spontaneous now, and definitely more independent. Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I ever m..."
Therese C University of Virginia
"IES Abroad Vienna’s Music program was an AMAZING experience! There is no city in the world that has classical music like Vienna: concerts and operas every night with the best performers in the world, along with student tickets and cheap standing room tickets!! The music classes offered at the center (which is in a palace!!!) wer..."
Marie E Northwestern University
"My time in Rome was absolutely incredible. There were dozens of internship options and great choices to pick from. The internship coordinator was always there if you had any concerns or issues with your placement, which gave everyone some peace of mind. I had the opportunity to work with an Italian ceramist, where I assisted ..."
Sarah M Ithaca College
"I gained the ability to live independently and make friends, making a home essentially starting from scratch in a new country. It was very, very worthwhile."
Hannah V University of Rochester
"language skills, friends, cultural experience "
Emily R Scripps College
"Learned to be way more independent"
A student University of Vermont
"Yes. My trip was definitely worthwhile. "
megan y Pennsylvania State University
"I learned to be more confident, and I learned how to get around a new city all by myself. "
melanie.gustafson.1 Trinity University
"The ability to speak French, adaptability into new culture, confidence. It was worthwhile."
A student Wofford College
"I gained a lot of new insight and perspective on how to think about certain things, such as other cultures, being immersed into something totally different than what you are accustomed to, and so much more. "
A student University of Iowa
"Yes it was, Vienna is such a beautiful city full of young people, great music, food, educational venues, and so many things to do in such a short time. Anyone that goes will find something that they love about Vienna, being the music, churches, parks, psychology, food, health care, people... "
Federika G Simmons College
"I learned about the healthcare system and revamped my passion for public health! So of course it was worthwhile!"
Victoria L North Carolina State University
"I learned that experiencing other countries with people your own age is very valuable. You see a side of the city that you simply can't with family."
Deborah F Tufts University
"My language skills improved ten-fold. I feel completely comfortable conversing with people in French. I made amazing friends and met some great academic mentors. Nantes feels lil a home away from home. "
Jack F Northwestern University
"I learned that I want to live abroad. Everyone abroad is so well-traveled and worldly than Americans. I realized that I can be independent, even when I am all the way around the world from my friends and family."
Bethany M Ithaca College
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