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
"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
"It was so worthwhile! I learned so much academically and personally. I found a sense of independence and gained a lot of skills needed later in life. "
Corrinne P Rhodes College
"IES abroad was one of the most formative experiences I have had as a young adult. The program itself is well organized and reputable. The staff has been with the program for many years and nothing comes to them as a surprise. They know how to make the program worthwhile and they are very sweet and helpful. I truly loved IES and ..."
A student Scripps College
"I learned what is it is like to live in a huge city, experienced another culture, and what it is like to live in a country that is different than the US. It was worthwhile."
A student Ohio Wesleyan University
"I learned a lot about Japanese culture and daily life. It was definitely worthwhile."
Anh N Haverford College in Pennsylvania
"I feel like I learned a lot about myself. Going abroad for a full semester is not easy. Some days you get frustrated and homesick. But I would not trade it. I feel like Argentina became my home and I was so sad to leave. Argentina will put you out of your comfort zone. It is not as americanized as Europe. I feel like I gained a ..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Its always worthwhile to go abroad because every country, every city is different. No matter where you go you'll be exposed to a new culture or way of living that you've never experienced or understood before. Studying abroad, no matter where you go, is an eye opening experience."
A student Trinity University
"I learned how to be more independent! "
A student Trinity University
"I gained knowledge of another culture that is similar in some ways but also very different in ways that can only be experienced in person. My time in London was certainly worthwhile."
Patrick O Trinity University
"always say yes to new expereinces!"
A student Trinity University
"This experience was absolutely worthwhile. I went into this experience as the only one from my university. I really needed to get out of my comfort zone, meet new people, and explore a new place, and this program proved that I could do it. The people on my program were some of the most amazing people I have ever met, and I can h..."
David F Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about the relationship between Ireland and America. It was extremely worthwhile. Like many others on the program, I have Irish heritage but it is extremely important to remember that your experience and imagination of what Irish people are like is probably not right if you're basing it off of your own family and ..."
Natalie D Fordham University
"I learned how to be more independent and rely on myself. Having to learn how to navigate a big city with a complex transportation system was satisfying. It was definitely a worthwhile experience!"
A student Trinity University
"How to travel and deal with cultural differences. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I truly matured and reached a new level of independence, living in such a beautiful and engaging city"
Periculum Brandeis University
"I learned a lot more about Japanese culture, gained more confidence, some Japanese friends, and a Japanese family. It was definitely worthwhile, and it assured me that I want to live in Japan in the future."
Shelby T Austin College
"Tokyo was challenging and fascinating. My time there didn't just teach me about the culture or language. It taught me that people are people, no matter where you go or how different the culture, and we can all connect with each other if we just put out the effort. It also taught me how to be confident, outgoing, and inquisitive ..."
A student Austin College
"How to immerse myself in a new city and navigate a foreign country! Totally worthwhile!"
emily.glocer The University of Texas at Austin
"Adapting to the culture, language and customs"
A student Trinity University
"It was great fun living in a new city and learning about its culture, history, language and people. I learnt to step out of my comfort zone to communicate and connect with people despite our differences. It was an amazing experience."
Tiffany A F The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile and gave me new insight into my own Italian heritage. I learned to be more adventurous and to seize advantage of opportunities- life is to short to second guess ourselves. Before studying abroad, I had always dreamed of traveling but had never had the opportunity to do so. Boarding that plane alone a..."
A student Brandeis University
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