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

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October 10, 2025
Past Review Queen Mary Study Abroad IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"An opportunity to travel all over Europe. It taught me to rate my priorities and responsibly budget accordingly in order to afford the travelling opportunities. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Once In A Lifetime Experience IFSA: London - University College London

"I gained independence and became cultured and knowledgable about European history"

Brandeis University
Past Review Life Changing. Best Semester Of College. IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"I gained a lot from my experience abroad. My understanding of the world as well as myself were the two biggest aspects. Living in a city like Shanghai is wonderful because with over 20 million people, there's always something new that you've never seen in your life going on. Freshman year is a big part to college because we fin..."

Trinity University
Past Review London: You'll Never Want To Leave IFSA: London - University College London

"I learned how to live on my own and in a big city from my experience abroad. I also realized there is such a big world out there for me to conquer and explore. There are so many different cultures and people to meet. London is a multicultural city with a amazing identity and people. Not to mention my classes as well. I was abl..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Four Months Of My Life IFSA: Christchurch - University of Canterbury

"I have a much higher sense of self-confidence and I know that I can handle almost any situation. I also learned that I can meet new people and get along with them just fine. I learned a lot about myself and have grown as a person which is always a good thing. It was absolutely worthwhile. "

Trinity University
Past Review An Interesting Place For The Philosophical. IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"I did not think so initially. It seemed to easy. As time went on, I grew more irritable. Things were more complicated than they seemed. I adapted and things got better.I became more comfortable with anomalies and discomfort. My experience abroad was worthwhile."

University of the Pacific
Past Review Great Experience IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"Meeting people from all over the world lets you learn a lot about various cultures. Also, how to cook. Definitely worthwhile "

Brandeis University
Past Review The Adventure Of A Lifetime IFSA: Barcelona - Design Thinking, Business, and Liberal Arts

"I learned more about myself, others, other cultures, how to live on my own, how to balance my new social life, a different language, etc. It was so worthwhile and I want to go back! "

Trinity University
Past Review London Was Amazing Take Me Back! IFSA: London - University College London

"Through the program I gained independence, interesting acquaintances and friends, and a love of London. It was extremely worthwhile."

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

"I learned a lot about what it's like to live and experience a different culture. I've been abroad on vacation several times, but this was the first time I've spent such a long period of time abroad. I got to experience the city, the country, and the culture in a totally different way."

Trinity University
Past Review Vacation On Vacation IFSA: Christchurch - University of Canterbury

"I learned a lot about travel and using public transportation, both being important life skills. And I learned about good coffee."

Trinity University
Past Review Australia Is An Amazing Place! IFSA: Sydney - University of Sydney

"I gained a sense of independence from my abroad experience and learned exactly how much our world has to offer. I saw and experienced things that I would never have even thought of doing if I hadn't been abroad ... for example: skydiving, scuba diving and mountain climbing. My experience abroad was 100% worth while. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Adventures In The Land Of Scots IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"I think the greatest thing I gained from study abroad is learning how to really be comfortable with myself and and to be comfortable with being independent. I didn't know anyone on my abroad program or in Scotland before I went there, and I found it very revealing to be so on my own. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Go To Ireland But Not To Trinity IFSA: Dublin - Trinity College

"I gained more independence and met some great people. "

Middlebury College
Past Review Don't Live With Americans IFSA: Sydney - University of Sydney

"Branch out and meet new people"

Brandeis University
Past Review Watch Your Workload, Enjoy The Country! IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"I improved my spanish skills, and fell in love with Argentina. "

Wellesley College
Past Review The Emerald Isle IFSA: Belfast - Teacher Education at Stranmillis University College

"I think I experienced a ton of personal growth. I feel I've become a more well rounded person and much more able to interact with people I do not know or are different from me"

Drake University
Past Review Travel Filled Adventure With A Lot Of Schoolwork IFSA: Dublin - University College Dublin

"Independence, Strength, Etc. Yes,"

Austin College
Past Review An Exhilarating Experience In Edinburgh IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"Overall I absolutely loved my study abroad experience, mainly because I love to travel. I'm really glad I finally got to experience the UK academic system first hand because I hear a lot about it from friends who are permanent students there. However, I was not that impressed with the Informatics department at the University of ..."

Brandeis University
Past Review A Great Experience For Personal And Social Growth. IFSA: Belfast - Teacher Education at Stranmillis University College

"It was worthwhile from a social and interpersonal aspect. I learned a lot about myself and about the world around me. However, it was not worthwhile academically. "

Drake University
Past Review There's No Place Like London. IFSA: London - King's College London

"It was wonderful to experience a city I'd been wanting to visit for years. I loved the culture, and the actual experience of living in Central London. I gained a real sense of confidence and comfort, and it was totally worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Eye Opening IFSA: London - University College London

"I became even more independent than I was in the past. "

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

"I learned I don't want to live in another country and it was worthwhile."

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

"A lot about other cultures"

Brandeis University