4.6 - 2832 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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March 10, 2026
Past Review Weirdest Summer Ever IES Abroad: Freiburg Summer - European Union: Politics & Economics

"I did learn academically, but mostly it was just a lot of different everyday experiences."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review A Life Changing Experience IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Beyond learning a new language I was able to take lessons with a world-class opera singer, I learned how to be confident in a strange city, I learned how to travel well by myself and with others, and overall I learned what is really important to me instead of what I thought was important. Definitely worthwhile."

Providence College
Past Review The Best Of Times With The Vienna Program IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"In addition to taking five classes and an internship, I was able to travel to many places I'd been dreaming of visiting and I learned more from the children in my Austrian classroom than I could have done studying German in an American classroom."

Providence College
Past Review New Freedoms, New Responsibilities, New Perspectives IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"A different view of life. I'm from a small town in Texas. Berlin is one of the few places that just about anyone can fit in because no one is the same. I've never really experienced that before. It was worthwhile."

Austin College
Past Review A New Discovery Every Day IES Abroad: Tokyo - Tokyo Summer

"An understanding of the way Japanese culture works, and an improvement in my own Japanese fluency. I would say it was very worthwhile. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Pack Light, Travel Everywhere. IES Abroad: Nagoya Direct Enrollment - Nanzan University

"The experiences I had through the IES field trips and my own personal travels in Japan were by far the best thing about my time in Japan. I got to see historical sites and the natural beauty of the country. Kyoto was the best. If you can go to Kyoto, go. Go right now. Also, my language skills at the end of the program were..."

Austin College
Past Review When In Rome IES Abroad: Rome Summer - Language & Culture

"I learned to broaden my viewpoint and learn more about other cultures. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Ups And Downs Of Paris: For Beginners IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"i learned how to enjoy exploring on my own sometimes as not everyone is interested in what you want to do. i learned that sometimes you have to put your needs before others and do what will make you happy and enjoy your experience. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Lots Of Fun, But Only If You're Not Broke IES Abroad: Tokyo - Tokyo Summer

"-Embarrassment is a key motivator to learning a new language -It won't be easy to live in Tokyo for a gaijin, so you shouldn't slack off -You meet the most interesting people in unexpected places"

Brandeis University
Past Review Summer In Germany And The Balkans IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"I loved the exposure I got to the Western Balkans and the EU. This program was definitely worthwhile. "

Trinity University
Past Review A Summer In My Favorite City In The World IES Abroad: London - Study London

"I gained a newfound sense of confidence and independence. I am somewhat shy, and this experience truly pushed me out of my comfort zone at times, even though I was in an English-speaking country. Although I was only there for seven weeks, I can tell that I have become stronger and more confident from it. I am planning on studyin..."

Trinity University
Past Review Nanzan University Was "Meh", But Japan And Ies Abroad Were Awesome. IES Abroad: Nagoya Direct Enrollment - Nanzan University

"The whole trip was worthwhile to be able to stay with such an awesome host family, and IES was super amazing and took me to many sites. Those two things really made my experience in Japan special. "

Austin College
Past Review Best Summer Of My Life. IES Abroad: Freiburg Summer - European Union: Politics & Economics

"I think that anyone interested in any kind of International work must study abroad. There is no substitute for being at the source of what you are studying. You are more confident about what you know, more motivated to learn, and become more passionate about what you are doing. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review A Stroll Through Madrid IES Abroad: Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies

"After my 6 weeks in Madrid, my Spanish and knowledge of Spain improved dramatically. This experience was worthwhile since I was able to understand their culture much more while having plenty of time to explore this unique country."

Brandeis University
Past Review Ies Sydney Is The Best Desicsion I Have Ever Made For Myself IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"Living in Sydney, Australia for a semester of college solidified my profound sense of independence. With a redefined sense of self-confidence, I have been able to strip away the nonsense of reality and focus my attention on what truly matters to the core of my being. Since my return to the States, I have been overflowing with gr..."

Texas Christian University
Past Review Studying And Living In Another Country IES Abroad: Freiburg - European Union: Politics, Law & Economics

"I learned a lot more about German and European culture. I was able to dramatically increase my German language skills. Also, it was amazing meeting new people."

William Jewell College
Past Review There Is No Place In Europe That I Would Rather Be Than Berlin IES Abroad: Berlin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"How to survive in a foreign culture and navigate in a foreign city and how to be independent. I thought it was entirely worth while."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Was Fortunate To Have As Little Interaction With Ies As Possible. IES Abroad: London Direct Enrollment - University College London

"Most of what I learned was in spite of the IES program. I had an excellent time in London, but I should've figured out a way to do that without spending thousands of dollars on the IES program. "

University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Past Review Freiburg Is The Best IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"I learned a lot about myself and relating to other people from different cultures as well as my own. I learned how to be self-reliant but also made some of the best friends of my life. "

Austin College
Past Review Best Semester In College IES Abroad: Freiburg - Environmental Studies & Sustainability

"Get to know a different culture, making a lot of friends in Germany. Unique internship experience and improved my German."

Brandeis University
Past Review An Unforgettable Experience IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I learned so much about myself while living in a new environment. Everyday I was faced with new and exciting things, it was definitely worthwhile. "

Trinity University
Past Review Winter In The Concrete Jungle IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I learned a lot about the privileges and freedoms I previously took for granted in the United States. I learned about the importance of leaving your comfort zone in order to learn more about your own values. I feel so privileged to have had this experience to go abroad and I would encourage every student to seize the opportunity..."

Trinity University
Past Review Semester Abroad In Buenos Aires IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"I absolutely loved living in Buenos Aires and wish I could have lived there for more than a semester. It definitely was worthwhile and I can't wait to go back."

University of the Pacific
Past Review A Beautiful City That Is A Great Stepping Stone To Europe IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I learned what it was like living in a completely different country. It has opened my eyes to get out of bubble that can be comfortable in America. It was very worthwhile"

Trinity University