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 11, 2025
Past Review Historical Playground IFSA: St. Andrews - University of St. Andrews

"I gained insight into schooling in the UK system, and thoroughly enjoyed my time; however, I gained very little academically. There was plenty of fun to be had, but aside from my interest in golf I don't think it was worth going."

Trinity University
Past Review St. Mark's College Is The Place To Be As An International In Townsville IFSA: Townsville - James Cook University

"Absolutely worthwhile. Future students, do not get yourself sucked into a group of strictly international or American friends. Do everything you can to put yourself in situations to meet locals, that's what the best experience of being abroad is. "

Trinity University
Past Review Best Semester Of My Life. IFSA: Auckland - University of Auckland

"It was worthwhile. Gained insight about how other people see the world."

Trinity University
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life! IFSA: Auckland - University of Auckland

"The single most worthwhile thing I have ever done! I made so many new friends and learned so much about myself and how I operate independently from everything that I know."

Trinity University
Past Review An Amazing 21 Weeks Down Under! IFSA: Sydney - University of New South Wales

"I learned a lot about myself (which sounds cheesy, but it's true) and I really learned a lot about Australia, and their history and culture both historically and now. Although Australian society is similar to that of the States it's culture is surprisingly different in ways and I also had the opportunity to visit Fiji and see bo..."

Trinity University
Past Review Life Changing ! IFSA: Brighton - University of Sussex

"Definitely Worthwhile and I wish I could do it again. I would be more outgoing than I was."

Trinity University
Past Review The Greatest Experience I Wish I Could Have Again. IFSA: Scotland - Study Abroad at the University of Stirling

"I learned to be independent. It was completely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat."

Trinity University
Past Review More Than I Ever Could Have Expected, Constantly Draws Me Back. IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"I learned a lot about how I function as an individual, as well as how to have a fun diverse experience."

Trinity University
Past Review Best Four Months (No Thanks To Alliance) IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - 21st Century City

"I learned SO much chinese, the rest of the classes were a joke. I="

Wellesley College
Past Review Great Exp. Won't Do Again. IFSA: Leeds - University of Leeds

"I liked living in England. That in and of itself was a valueable experience but I did not learn more than I had already known. I would not go as a student. "

Austin College
Past Review Great Experience IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - 21st Century City

"I gained so much knowledge on a culture that I hadn't previously experienced. I learned a lot of Mandarin and I met some amazing people. It was very worthwhile. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Amazing Time, Great Program IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"The language program was strong, Shanghai was amazing. "

Wellesley College
Past Review The Best 5 Months Of My Life!! :) IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"I gained an increased sense of independance because I was on my own in a foreign country. I gained a broader view of the world and enjoyed seeing how the Irish view the U.S"

Assumption College
Past Review Edinburgh: The Greatest City To Go Abroad To IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"It was very worth while. I was able to gain a lot of confidence in my self and learned a lot about the world around me"

Austin College
Past Review Transformative And Informative Abroad Experience IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"The knowledge of being able to live and thrive abroad. The ability to fully tackle learning Chinese."

Tufts University
Past Review How To Own A City IFSA: Glasgow - Glasgow School of Art

"By exploring the world outside my ideal comfort zone (which, in Scotland, would be curling up under lots of blankets and drinking tea), I made some life long friends with whom I explored the country, learned local customs and cultural differences, and shared loads of creative energy. While traveling, you have a wealth of resourc..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Traveling And Experiencing An Entirely New Culture IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - International Business in China

"I learned about adapting to a new culture very different from my own and about living in a country where they don't speak English. I thought that the experience was very worthwhile."

Bentley University
Past Review A Fun And Challenging Learning Experience IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"I learned a TON about Argentina in general. I also learned how to be alone and be content alone (coming from dorm life in the US, it can be surprisingly uncomfortable). It was 150% worthwhile - no one can take this experience away from me."

Fordham University
Past Review My Second Home IFSA: London - King's College London

"Gained maturity, it was completely worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review The Most Confidence Building And Beautiful Experience Of My Life! IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"I learned much more about myself and about the real world than I learned about academic material. I learned valuable life skills such as greater independence and confidence in my ability to handle nearly any situation that arises, I learned how to communicate more effectively, how to pay attention to detail, how to stay safe and..."

Berea College
Past Review Ucl, Thanks For Everything. IFSA: London - University College London

"While most Americans became really close with other Americans abroad and they traveled together and took really cool photos all over Europe, I chose to join a sports team instead. While this took up much of my time, it was most definitely worth it. I feel that I made lasting connections with local students through the team and..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Studying Abroad In Galway Is An Excellent Experience. IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"It was definitely worthwhile to come here. The people were friendly, the culture was great, and the classes were excellent."

Fordham University
Past Review London Is Amazing, But Travel While You Are In Europe! IFSA: London - University College London

"I learned how to live and study very independently. At a small school like Middlebury, that can be somewhat hard. I feel as though I can now live in a city after I graduate relatively easily. "

Middlebury College
Past Review A Once In A Lifetime Experience IFSA: Belfast - Teacher Education at Stranmillis University College

"Cultural awareness; self-awareness; Friendships; Appreciation of what I have; Appreciation for the beauty/wonders of the world. YES!"

Shenandoah University
Past Review Peru IFSA: Lima - Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

"The trips were fun and my Spanish did improve a slight bit but I was incredibly stressed out by how inadequately I was doing in classes and felt like I had little emotional support while there."

Austin College