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
"Yes it was definitely worth while. I learned to be a stronger person and to not care so much about what other people were doing and thinking around me. I needed to not care so much about what other people thought of me. If I can survive what happened to me in Japan, I can take on America. "
lizzy.herrera.75 Austin College
"I learned a lot about the Spanish culture and the city of Madrid! It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Villanova University
"I learned so much about different cultures through my travels and time in Europe. I tried new foods, spoke French everyday, and wasn't afraid to try new things."
A student The Catholic University of America
"My experience in Cape Town, South Africa allowed me to increase and further my understanding of the unique social, political, and economic challenges and opportunities that post-apartheid South Africa currently faces. At the University of Cape Town, I enrolled in courses such as public policy and advanced South African politics..."
A student University of Rochester
"I started learning a language that could help me with my future in the science field. "
A student University of Hartford
"Vastly improved Japanese language skills. Improved communication skills in general. An appreciation and understanding of a new culture. Confidence in my ability to handle new situations and to use problem solving skills in an unfamiliar environment. Yes! It was 100% worthwhile. I learned and experienced so much and I would r..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"A first-hand perspective on poverty. Knowledge into the south african daily lifestyle. Apartheid specifics. Inspiration from the kids to be myself and be able to put on my game face no matter what problems I have."
Samantha C The College of William and Mary
"Yes, it was definitely worthwhile. I now know I love to travel and that I want to do it more frequently. Australia does not present as big of a culture shock as other parts of the world, but the culture and beliefs still varied, were consciously noted, and I greatly value the new perspectives they have given me."
Adam B University of Rochester
"I gained a lot of independence and confidence, I feel like I can live on my own and function in a big city. My German also seems to have gotten more natural and much better. I love the city of Berlin, and I would go back in a heartbeat. It was definitely worthwhile, I would recommend this program to any German student, whether a..."
A student The College of William and Mary
"I gained a ton of confidence and I became more independent. My French improved greatly and it was definitely worthwhile."
Sydney L University of Vermont
"Fluency in a new language and a whole new insight on life"
Liza L The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile and don't get me wrong I loved the program and the people. If I had to do it again though I would have looked for a program with more of a foreign component that was less Americanized."
Chuck R The University of Texas at Austin
"Best experience ever. I learned about different cultures, people, ideals, etc. It has made me even more open-minded. I was never really outgoing, but I feel more comfortable with myself now. Study abroad is better than just traveling because you have an opportunity to create this life elsewhere with your peers, and you have to l..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes. It was amazing to experience life from a foreigner's perspective. The people were so different in so many fascinating ways."
Alison C University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"Yes, it was absolutely worthwhile!"
ILoveArgentina University of Rochester
"Life experience/ Yes"
Andrea G The University of Texas at Austin
"I have gained confidence in myself and the desire to travel more in the future. It was very worthwile."
A student University of the Pacific
"Perspective. Ultimately yes, but I had to work hard to make it that way... "
Christopher S Austin College
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I was exposed to a whole new type of lifestyle, the European lifestyle, and I absolutely loved it. Being a part of that culture helped me realize that there is so much more too life. I grew up so much as an individual while I was abroad and I am much more comfortable with the thought of b..."
A student University of Rochester
"I learned how to be independent and plan trips where I wanted under a budget. I also learned more about city life living so close to Sydney. "
A student University of Rochester
"Friendship. Independence. Ability to travel to and easily visit foreign cities - you really learn about train/subway schedules and maps and hostels. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Aurora D University of Rochester
"More than I can say in this box. One gain is my Spanish language level, which has improved significantly. On another level, my eyes were opened to so many different cultures (from traveling, which I also did around the country and to Morocco), I made a bunch of great friends, and learned how to live a little more independently. ..."
A student University of Rochester
"I learned how to be independent, handle my budget accordingly, and travel in foreign areas. "
Don E Providence College
"I learned nothing new when it came to the language and culture. The only plus side during my stay in Japan was going to concerts and meeting bands."
A student Austin College
"Many new friends; the German language, food and culture; cultural differences and structure of the EU; and more patience with myself. I am already hoping to return to Europe in order to explore more of the countries I was not able to see while abroad."
A student Bryant University
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