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 was able to become more autonomous - I learned better how to live by myself."
A student Brandeis University
"It was absolutely worthwhile -- I learned to guide my own experiences and practice trying new things in a completely new environment. "
A student Brandeis University
"I made lifelong friends and grew a lot during this semester. It was definitely worthwhile, because my German improved dramatically and I met a lot of people who changed my worldview. It was a unique program with more opportunities than most."
Peter W Gettysburg College
"I learned about traveling independently and just kind of taking care of myself "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to really go up to anybody and hold a conversation no matter where they are from. Just friendlier overall. Yes it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned in depth about the history of South Africa and the importance of having an international perspective. It was worthwhile, it shaped how I think today."
Anna M University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"I learned so much about myself during this experience and I learned in a way that could never be replicated in a class room"
kendyll v Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"My experience with IES Abroad was worthwhile to the ultimate extent. I was able to seek mental help to navigate through my thoughts and anxieties while abroad. I was able to connect with my professors, staff, and students to become more open-minded to the topics and lines of thought that I would have never came up with. I am not..."
Natalia J Drew University
"I gained such a large appreciation for the world as a whole. I fell in love with life in Vienna and the act of traveling to experience new places and cultures! I even hope to move back to Vienna one day for a career in opera, and hopefully for a Master's degree. The educational content I learned regarding classical music in Vien..."
Ellie O Pacific Lutheran University
"Going abroad to Cape Town, South Africa with IES Abroad’s Health, Culture, and Development Program was truly one of the best decisions I ever made. Experiencing such a different atmosphere, a country so full of culture, religion, and history and a city with truly everything you could ask for. IES was extremely supportive and hel..."
Erin R University of Vermont
"Studying abroad is one of the best decisions I have ever made so far in my life. I learned so much about myself! I gained lots of insight in cultural intelligence, and it was very worthwhile."
Vivine K Sewanee: The University of the South
"I learned a massive amount of things while abroad, about myself, the world around me, and all of the different cultures I encountered."
Peter M Indiana University - Bloomington
"I had so much fun throughout my experience abroad. I was able to travel throughout Europe with ease, immerse myself in Dutch culture, make new friends, and learn many new things about European/Dutch culture, language, and history. I did not grow up in a city and have never lived in a city for a long period of time, so I really ..."
A student Brandeis University
"The Writer's Program was 100% worthwhile! I learned so much about Ireland culturally and historically, but also learned about myself as a writer. This experience informed me on the life I want to live and the career choices I want to make for myself. I found this experience to be perfect as a junior, especially in your second se..."
Katie L University of Nebraska - Lincoln
"It was INCREDIBLY WORTHWHILE. I got to live a life completely different from my own at home for a little while which was refreshing and exciting. I learned a lot about myself and what I want my life to look like in the future. (I want it full of traveling and learning!!!) I also got to meet so many people from all over the count..."
A student University of Wisconsin - Madison
"I made a lot of personal growth during this program especially with the language component of it. It was constant thinking and learning. "
Heather H Denison University
"Absolutely! I learned a great deal about history (particularly music history). I had the opportunity to see places that I had only read about. I got to hear music live that I had only ever heard in recordings. "
Sarah E Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"I've gained a deeper understanding of Moroccan culture, I've developed my skills in French and Arabic to a greater level, I completed research for my BA thesis, and I was able to intern with the Moroccan Fulbright Commission. All of these factors came together to give me a complex experience that showed me so many new academic a..."
Kiki G The College of Wooster
"It was very worthwhile to study abroad, I gained so much knowledge about my host country, myself, and traveling around Europe. I enjoyed it immensely."
Lila G Brandeis University
"I crossed some amazing locations off my bucket list and became inspired to pursue a career in environmentalism. It was 100% worthwhile."
Nile M Brandeis University
"Learned a lot about the culture in Spain and brushed up on my Spanish. Definitely worth it."
Juliette I Brandeis University
"I gained so many different skills that I will be able to use when I go back into the school and work environment "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more Spanish specific to Spain and I learned a lot more about Spanish culture and daily life. "
Mirra B Brandeis University
"I gained friendships and first-hand knowledge of the people and places I read about and discuss in classes and learned how to be more independent and self-reliant. My time abroad was very worthwhile and I am grateful for it."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, it was worthwhile. The greatest gift I learned abroad was independence, how to live in a city and a larger understanding of cultural differences. "
A student Brandeis University
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