4.6 - 2820 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
Based on 2820 Reviews
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January 19, 2026
Past Review Life In Nantes IES Abroad: Nantes - French Language Immersion & Area Studies

"Without a doubt one of the best experiences of my life."

Austin College
Past Review Appreciated It More After My Return IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"I learned a lot about myself. I learned how to manage my money with my parents. I learned to navigate a city easily. I learned depend on myself in a new environment. I definitely plan to return to France and learn more about the culture and myself in the future."

Spelman College
Past Review Vienna: Dying To Go Back IES Abroad: Vienna - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"I know German. I am connected personally with art and music history. I am an internationally trained musician on my c.v. I made friends I'll never forget. I visited 11 cities. I am a more confident and capable person for having handled myself abroad. "

Tufts University
Past Review Experiencing Irish Hospitality And Life Firsthand IES Abroad: Dublin - Study Abroad With IES Abroad

"Study abroad impacted me more than I could have ever anticipated. It was the best experience I have had thus far in life. I grew emotionally and intellectually, as well as psychologically. I learned more about myself and my habits than I ever could have at home, surrounded by my safety net of friends and family. I wish every day..."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Japanophilia! My Adventures In The Far East. IES Abroad: Nagoya Direct Enrollment - Nanzan University

"My knowledge of Japanese history, cultural practices, and religion expanded tremendously over my abroad experience greatly "

Wesleyan University
Past Review Paris Changed My Life. IES Abroad: Paris - French Studies

"The language part was challenging. It's a wonderful program for the students with a strong French background. Classes are all in French, so I struggled a little but I really improved a lot."

Trinity University
Past Review Spain: The Best Time You Never Want To Have Again. IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"YES! I loved everything about it "

Trinity University
Past Review Ies Is Without A Doubt The Best Program In Rome IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"YEs. I believe everything happens for a reason and everytime I think about my professors and my programs I feel very lucky to have been a part of it."

University of Redlands
Past Review Wish I Never Left! IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I gained a lot from my time abroad: cultural awareness, language speaking abilities, and unique independent travel experience!!!"

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Morocco: Best Time Of My Life IES Abroad: Rabat - Study in Rabat

"Absolutely! I thought I was "worldly" before my study abroad in Morocco, but it changed my perceptions about religion, culture, family, and world affairs more than I ever could have predicted."

George Washington University
Past Review Ies Adapted To My Needs And Offered Me An Experience That Was Absolutely One Of A Kind IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I became bilingual. I traveled to and became immersed in multiple cultures different from my own. I was blessed to work with people from all backgrounds and come together in new and exciting ways. "

University of California - Berkeley
Past Review Ies Adapted To My Needs And Offered Me An Experience That Was Absolutely One Of A Kind IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"I became bilingual. I traveled to and became immersed in multiple cultures different from my own. I was blessed to work with people from all backgrounds and come together in new and exciting ways. "

University of California - Berkeley
Past Review The Netherlands: An Enrishing Experience IES Abroad: Amsterdam - Social Sciences & Humanities

"I lived abroad when I was younger, so I don't feel that my cultural awareness was heightened. I do feel like I learned a lot about myself, and there were a lot of days where it was really difficult. I caught the travel bug from this experience- it really expanded my curiosity about other ways of life."

Austin College
Past Review Barcelona IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"Yes"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Incredible Experience Personally, Academically, And Socially IES Abroad: Sydney Direct Enrollment - University Of New South Wales

"Living on my own in another country helped me realize that importance of taking every moment that comes my way and to not let these opportunities pass me by."

Ithaca College
Past Review Galapagos Islands: A Personal Evolution IES Abroad: Galápagos Islands Direct Enrollment - GAIAS

"It was an amazing experience. I saw the world barely touched by humans. In this world, I was the happiest I have ever been. And I can now take that happiness and spread it wherever I go"

Ithaca College
Past Review Rome Is Home: Impossible To Believe The Old And New Are Right Outside My Door IES Abroad: Study Rome - Language & Area Studies

"I love it. I miss it. I want to go back. The people (teachers, students, staff, bakers, shop owners) are incredible. I made lasting friendships with my peers and with my Italian neighbors."

Ithaca College
Past Review How Morocco Changed Me IES Abroad: Rabat - Study in Rabat

"I have always been interested in the Middle East and North Africa but you can't truly understand a culture till you leave there with the people and experience everyday life. "

Trinity University
Past Review Paris: A City That Has It All! IES Abroad: Paris - Business & International Affairs

"Before going abroad I had no interest in the news or what was really going on in the rest of the world - I fell into the typical American trap of self-absorbency. Travelling and learning about these countries from a European perspective. Since then I have read the news everyday!"

Villanova University
Past Review Madrid: Life Changing Experience IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"Yes it was incredibly worthwhile. "

Villanova University
Past Review Rewarding And Educational But Disappointed With The Programs IES Abroad: Barcelona - Study Abroad with IES Abroad

"yes i learned tons about myself and the world. i got to travel so much and see so many places. i had fun and grew immensely as a person. however, i did not like my program and i recommend really researching the programs before you go abroad. i now see the world with a much more open mind and i dont feel as ignorant. it makes me ..."

Villanova University
Past Review Study London Was Even More Than I Anticipated IES Abroad: London - Study London

"London was amazing. It's something hard to explain, so just go for it!"

The College of William and Mary
Past Review Madrid: The Best Semester Of My Life! IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

"I made great friends, visited beautiful cities, ate delicious food, and experienced things I otherwise never would have been able to. I grew as a person into a new and improved man."

The University of Texas at Austin