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
"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
"I learned a lot about myself and about my heritage"
Chris G Bentley University
"A different perspective of the world and a different view on ideals. It was extremely worthwhile because i now know in dealing with people who are not from america they may have prejudices about me and definitely will not have the same mindset. So in the business world it is important to realize that not everyone in foreign coun..."
A student Bentley University
"Take advantage of all opportunities, explore the city, and immerse yourself into the culture!"
Taylor G Bentley University
"I learned so much about myself and about appreciating other cultures. I matured a lot and gained some of the coolest friends that I will definitely be in contact with for life. SO WORTHWHILE! Even if it's not Argentina (although it should...), go abroad!!! Best experience ever."
Megan L University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
"I learned how to live and work in another culture."
A student Bentley University
"The biggest thing I gained from this program is independence in a foreign country. It's intimidating at first when you are wondering about a country and not understand what people are saying around you. However, you learn how to get around independently and develop basic conversation with individuals. I wouldn't trade thi..."
A student Austin College
"The most important thing I think I gained from this experience was a sense of independence. As a junior I've lived away from my family for a little while but this was my first real solo travel experience. As I write this I am actually still in New Zealand a month after the end of my program and will still be here for another two..."
Sarah R Western Washington University
"I learned how to get around a big city, improve my German vastly. I learned so many things they are hard to list. It is definitely worthwhile!"
A student Austin College
"I learned to speak spanish and I learned to be tranquilo"
Andrew S Bentley University
"I gained a better sense of self, and surprisingly a greater appreciation for the States. In learning about another culture, you find out what you like and dislike about your own. Also, it opened my mind to a lot of new ideas. You also get to meet people that you would never have the opportunity to meet otherwise. "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I definitely loved studying abroad, especially here in Nantes. No one speaks English like in Paris and my host family was great. The university was fun and I made good French friends. The only thing I would change is studying abroad through a program like IES, I realize now that I would have learned way more french and had a bet..."
A student University of the Pacific
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