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
"Totally worthwhile "
A student Bentley University
"Intercultural understanding and being able to experience how people live in Europe."
Patrick C Bentley University
"Its so difficult to organize what I learned from my experience abroad but it was most definitely worth while. I learned so much more about the language and culture of Spain than I could have imagined. Speaking the language and being surrounded by others speaking it made me happy. I learned so much about the cultural differences ..."
A student Villanova University
"There is so much that I have gained and learned that there is not the time or room to explain it all. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
Catherine L The University of Texas at Austin
"A new perspective for living in America and all the opportunities offered to us that we take for granted. Also some direction for my life post graduation realizing that there are many more possibilities than I originally believed ie travel, living abroad, peace corps etc. (not just obtaining a corporate job)."
Marissa G Bentley University
"I grew up so much during my time abroad. I learned how to manage my money, live on my own, use public transportation efficiently, and overall take care of myself. More than that, I grew up emotionally. I discovered what and who in my life is the most important, and what things matter more than others. By the end of the trip, I f..."
Taylor E Villanova University
"Completely worthwhile! I gained a sense of confidence in my own ability to be independent and organize my own travel and trips and budget my own finances like I never have before. "
Rachel S Wellesley College
"A greater appreciation of Spanish culture and how it is different/similar to the culture in the US. The experience was worthwhile."
A student Trinity University
"I absolutely LOVED being abroad--meeting new people and seeing the sites of all the places I traveled to were the greatest experiences of my life! It's unfortunate I was stuck in a terrible program, but I did my own thing and had a blast exploring Europe!"
A student Providence College
"it was 1000% worthwhile, I learned that you have to take advantage of your surroundings and that it's a once in a lifetime experience"
Sudie S Tufts University
"I learned a lot about myself and my ability to assimilate to different situations and be independent. To me the entire experience was so worth it, I would do it 100 times over if I could. "
A student Villanova University
"You gain so much cultural knowledge, and so many skills about how to live in a completely new environment. You definitely grow as a person."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience abroad was certainly worthwhile. I learned a lot more about both Italian and American culture."
A student Fordham University
"I learned a lot about myself, and got to live in one of the world's most unique and beautiful cities. It was a worthwhile experience. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned about other cultures, practices and customs. I gained knowledge about the world around me, myself, and a new language. The experience abroad was amazing and I would go back in a heart beat."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Although I was already at an advanced level of French, this experience helped to improve my speaking, listening comprehension, writing and reading dramatically. Also, I gained a deeper understanding of the French people and culture. Furthermore, not only did I get to know the local culture, but through my program I met people fr..."
Meagan C The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained not only academic improvement but also friendship"
A student Brandeis University
"In addition to learning about Argentina and South America, I learned a lot about what it means to be American in today's world. I learned a lot about who I am and what my role is in a global environment. Going abroad was one of the best things I have ever done for myself."
A student Fordham University
"I gained more than I can put here. This was my first time away from home. Away from everything that was familiar to me. It was really hard for me to adjust at first, but now I know that I have grown a lot as a person because of this experience. It was most worthwhile. Even if my Japanese didn't improve at all I have no regr..."
lindsey.e.wilson.3 Indiana University - Bloomington
"Got me in touch with my Italian roots, introduced me to the Italian culture's perspective on life, very different from the go-go-go American one"
A student Fordham University
"It teaches you how to look at the world from an entirely new perspective. I really recommend it."
Danica B Villanova University
"I learned how to be confident speaking in a foreign language and accepting that at first I will have minor hiccups along the way. With this idea, I was able to fully immerse myself into my surroundings and easily improve my conversational Spanish. Furthermore, I learned Granada's local culture, its extensive history, the windi..."
ola.supel Fordham University
"From this experience in Paris I gained a new perspective of the world and my life. Before I studied abroad I was unsure of what I wanted to do in terms of a major and minor in college. After studying abroad I know that I really want to use and improve my knowledge of the french language in the pursuit of a career with my polit..."
Ben B Fordham University
"Participating in the IES Vienna program was completely worthwhile. I learned so much about Viennese art, culture, and German language from the program, and made friends that I will continue to keep in touch with. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and who I am. It was extremely worthwhile"
Trish B Austin College
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