4.5 - 1151 Reviews

IFSA

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IFSA is a program provider offering 71 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, and Online Program abroad programs in 14 countries such as Argentina, Australia, Chile, and Costa Rica.

IFSA programs have the highest academic standards. Most of our programs allow students to enroll directly in a university abroad which creates a truly integrated cultural experience. IFSA's internship options allow you to gain practical work experience, strengthen your resume and get an insiders look at your host country.

IFSA's affiliated universities abroad are at the top of their countries rankings. All of our programs include events and excursions exclusively for our students throughout the semester. IFSA has program offices and full time staff in each country where we have programs. Our staff provide everything from detailed on-site orientations to academic guidance to emergency assistance. Our program fees guarantee housing. Once you finish your study abroad program, Butler University will process your official transcript with grade and credit translations at no additional cost. IFSA was founded in 1988. We have more than three decades of experience, longevity and reliability!

Study Abroad with IFSA

OVERALL RATING 4.5
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October 10, 2025
Past Review Breaking The Stereotype Of China IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"My chinese improved a lot. Gained a memorable experiences. also made good chinese and american friends. Good foods and cultures. I learned so many things that i can't learn in my school or home country. It's definitely worthwhile, if i have any chance in the future, i would like to do it again."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Experience! IFSA: London - University College London

"It was worthwhile! "

Brandeis University
Past Review A Very Positive Experience IFSA: Melbourne - University of Melbourne

"The experience was worthwhile, and I learned a lot about the fascinating, yet unfortunate history of Australian Aboriginal people."

Brandeis University
Past Review Very Fun! IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"Gained adaptation skills, learned a lot about the British culture. It was worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Abroad IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"yes. a lot"

Brandeis University
Past Review Just Go With It. IFSA: Dunedin - University of Otago

"I gained a worldly outlook on life and communication skills. Studying abroad was a challenge, but it paid off. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Worlds Best City IFSA: London - University College London

"Met people from all over the world with different viewpoints. Learned to be independent and open minded. Definitely worth"

Brandeis University
Past Review An Awesome Semester Exploring The South Island IFSA: Dunedin - University of Otago

"I learned to make the most of my time and to seek out adventure whenever possible. "

Middlebury College
Past Review One Of The Most Memorable Time In My Life IFSA: London - University College London

"I learned how to interact with different people, how to travel alone, how to plan my time and money and how to be independent"

Brandeis University
Past Review Amazing Experience IFSA: London - University College London

"I learned how to make friends from diverse backgrounds"

Brandeis University
Past Review Brisbane And Uq IFSA: Brisbane - University of Queensland

"Traveling around all over Australia and the surrounding countries, I definitely learned a lot. I became super appreciative for everything I have. It was also good to be so completely on my own, not knowing anyone here at all. That's when you learn the most."

Brandeis University
Past Review New Experience IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"I learned how to handle myself in a new culture, and learned a lot about how to live independently."

Brandeis University
Past Review Food IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"I got better at Chinese"

Brandeis University
Past Review A Wonderful Time In St Andrews IFSA: St. Andrews - University of St. Andrews

"I gained a great deal from my experience. I think that I am definitely much more independent and i have a better idea of what I wasn't to do upon graduation. I completely think that my time abroad was worthwhile. "

Brandeis University
Past Review I Will Miss Edinburgh So So Much IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"gain so much stronger academic background/knowledge. although it was insanely busy, almost couldn't handle it. absolutely worth it "

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Experience! I Felt At Home In Their Culture And Learned A Lot! IFSA: Valparaiso - Chilean Universities Program, Valparaiso

"Independence, language skills, how to "adult", responsibility, travel skills, communication "

Gustavus Adolphus College
Past Review Ucl Fall 2016 IFSA: London - University College London

"I experienced an English education in the British tradition, had the opportunity to study with Helen Hackett, and made friends for life. "

Kenyon College
Past Review Viva Chile IFSA: Santiago - Chilean Universities Program, Santiago

"Spanish and I learned a lot about myself. This was easily the most worthwhile thing I have ever done; it was over a year ago and I still think about it every day."

Hamilton College
Past Review I Found A New Place To Feel At Home! IFSA: Sydney - University of Sydney

"I learned a ton about myself and identity. I grew while abroad and would recommend that everyone take a chance and go abroad!"

Emory University
Past Review Barcelona, Beyond My Expectations! IFSA: Barcelona - Design Thinking, Business, and Liberal Arts

"I gained some career development from my internship and gained a ton of confidence in my Spanish abilities. Personally, I learned how to be bold and try new things just because I wanted to. "

Duke University
Past Review Beautiful And Amazing IFSA: Gold Coast & Brisbane - Griffith University

"A whole new appreciation for the culture and people there, as well as countless communication skills and self reliance and confidence. I'd do it again in a heart beat!"

Oregon State University
Past Review The Best Semester Of My Life! IFSA: Christchurch - University of Canterbury

"It was so worthwhile!! I learned about myself and about how much I want to explore the world. I made incredible friends and I couldn't recommend doing something like this more!! "

Tulane University
Past Review Ifsa Butler 2015 IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"How to go with the flow - very valuable for coming back to senior year/the job search in the US"

Macalester College
Past Review Lifelong Learning In Scotland IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"I gained lifelong friends, a higher level of academic intrigue, cultural understanding of the U.K., and had the support and ability to travel to many other countries and experience Europe fully, while still immersed in my community in Edinburgh."

Gustavus Adolphus College
Past Review The Adventure Of A Lifetime! IFSA: Sydney - University of New South Wales

"I gained so much maturity and independence, and I really feel like I know myself better as a person. I was so happy in Australia and it provoked a lot of thinking about who I want to be and what I want my life to look like."

Vanderbilt University