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
"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
"There is a whole world out there, and it's definitely one of the best, if not the best experience I've ever had"
Darwin L Brandeis University
"Yes, I saw many great places and made great memories with new friends. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile but it was very challenging emotionally. It is not easy to go abroad and I was shocked to find out how many students study abroad after my experience because the emotional challenge that comes with it is a hefty one. It is hard to make friends and feel comfortable but I believe it was worth it because I do feel..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained confidence in my ability to adapt to new people, places, and situations."
A student Brandeis University
"I visited 11 countries and the staff was very helpful."
Lorelei B Wellesley College
"Besides more language experience, I think I learned a lot about just living in a foreign country, in a city, and how to sort of cope with that. I would say it was definitely worth it in the end."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained the opportunity to travel Italy and learn more about the country. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned what it truly means to live independently! Studying abroad was entirely worthwhile because I made great friends and I experienced personal growth that I would not have experienced elsewhere!"
Maggie D Brandeis University
"I gained an international perspective about life and I improved my spanish a lot. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Jonah W Brandeis University
"I learned how to slow down and enjoy the little moments a bit more."
Samaria D Brandeis University
"I became more grounded! I learned how to live a simpler life in the Galapagos and I wouldn't give that up for anything!"
Emily M Brandeis University
"I learned so much about the culture and I improved my comprehension of French so much. It was totally worthwhile."
Claire A Santa Clara University
"My experience abroad was very worthwhile. It was an amazing experience to live in a foreign country for a semester. Although it was daunting to think about living somewhere new, speaking a different language, and making new friends, it was all so much fun and really pushed me out of my comfort zone. "
Melissa G University of St. Thomas - Minnesota
"I think I gained a lot of empathy and understanding from my experience abroad. Visiting versus living in a different place give you two different perspectives and I think studying abroad is something that everyone should do to be able to fully experience another culture other than their own. I think that studying abroad was 100%..."
Kylie G Purdue University
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