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!

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October 9, 2025
Past Review Study Abroad At Fudan University IFSA/Alliance: Shanghai - 21st Century City

"I gained an entirely new perspective on life. I had never been outside of the USA before this study abroad program, and it completely opened my eyes to not only a new culture, but to the world in general. Some of my greatest experiences came from the traveling that was included in the program. I'll never forget the weekend trip ..."

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
Past Review Viva Ifsa Argentina! IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"Yes it was very worthwhile, and I learned a lot about political structure and the effects that a dictatorship vs. a democracy can have on a country. I also learned a lot about the people of Argentina and can speak much better Spanish, and I can get around almost anywhere by myself, especially if English or Spanish are spoken."

Tulane University
Past Review Mullets Everywhere, And It Was Awesome! IFSA: Valparaiso - Chilean Universities Program, Valparaiso

"It was a great experience, I made friends in Chile that I hope to last a lifetime. I also succeeded in my goal of having a fun semester and learning Spanish."

Vassar College
Past Review Study Abroad At University Of Buenos Aires IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"It was most definitely worthwhile. I gained a greater world view and much more independence, all while taking classes and researching in another language. I understand myself a lot better now and know what I can and can't handle."

Providence College
Past Review Semester Program At Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Peru IFSA: Lima - Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

"YES. I loved it. I feel more confident and smarter because of it. I would do it all over again."

Rice University
Past Review Completely Submerged Into The Scottish Culture IFSA: Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh

"It was an incredible experience to be able to see Europe at such length. Weekend trips to other countries and an extended spring break trip really allowed me to see tons of Europe."

Vanderbilt University
Past Review I Thoroughly Enjoyed My Study Abroad Program In Galway IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"Yes, it was a fantastic experience. The courses were challenging and interesting. People native to Galway are extremely friendly and almost always willing to sit for 5 minutes and chat. Galway is also a great central location to travel around Ireland and throughout Europe. "

Amherst College
Past Review The Professors At University Of Melbourne Are Great And It Was Easy To Talk To Them IFSA: Melbourne - University of Melbourne

"Studying abroad at the University of Melbourne was completely worthwhile. I had the most unforgettable experience. The classes I took while abroad were all very educational and taught by wonderful professors. I just love the city of Melbourne and can't wait to get back there!"

Drake University
Past Review I'm A Cambridge Woman! IFSA: Cambridge - England Study Abroad Program at Pembroke College

"It was definitely worthwhile! It showed me a lot of what it means to not only be an American, but also how we have such an Isolationist attitude. I realized how to better understand things from a global perspective by seeing it from another viewpoint."

Rice University
Past Review Ifsa's Chilean Studies Program IFSA: Valparaiso - Chilean Universities Program, Valparaiso

"spanish, friends, culture, a love for valparaíso"

Tulane University
Past Review I Improved My Spanish In Buenos Aires IFSA: Buenos Aires - Argentine Universities Program

"I certainly made the right choice in choosing to study abroad in Buenos Aires and I feel as though I got the most out of what the city had to offer. However, I often felt tied down by all of the work required in this particular program. My main goal was to improve my Spanish and I accomplished that but it would have been nice ..."

Tulane University
Past Review Galway Is A Great Place To Study Abroad IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"I learned so much about so many different countries. This was pretty much my first time in Europe so getting to live in Ireland was amazing. I was also able to travel to other countries during some of the school breaks, which was definitely worthwhile! "

Providence College
Past Review National University Ireland IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"My study abroad experience was very worthwhile. I gained so many different friends, that I would have never met if I never studied abroad. I gained self confidence in regards to meeting new people and traveling and a new self of independence. It was a great experience."

Providence College
Past Review The Perfect Study Abroad Program IFSA: Glasgow - University of Glasgow

"The study abroad experience was worth every bit i put into it (energy, money, stress,thought,etc). What i gained from it was independence, knowledge , friends, understanding of a whole new culture, chances of a life time. Most importantly, a whole new outlook on life."

University of Hartford
Past Review Best Semester Of College IFSA: Galway - National University Ireland

"My study abroad experience was literally the time of my life. I was exposed to different teaching styles and a different culture. I met some really great people and was able to experience other parts of Europe as well, since its fairly inexpensive to travel around the continent there. Europe is definitely more student-friendly a..."

University of Hartford
Past Review Study Abroad Program At Jcu IFSA: Cairns - James Cook University

"It was very worthwhile. I learned how to be independed and can handle things by myself now. I learned a new country, a new place, and saw more than I will ever see again."

Tufts University
Past Review Seeing Things From The British Perspective IFSA: London - Queen Mary, University of London

"Absolutely. Besides making new friends, it was interesting to see things from the British perspective. And I was able to do a lot of traveling."

Tufts University
Past Review Oxford Is The Best Place To Study Abroad IFSA: Oxford - Oxford University

"It was the greatest year of my life, which I know is a cliche, but it's completely true. I made amazing friends, grew tremendously as a student, and it reinforced my desire to continue on my current career path. Oxford will teach you to become a different kind of student, and one that you really can't become at an American uni..."

Tufts University
Past Review Melbourne For The Win IFSA: Melbourne - University of Melbourne

"My experience in Melbourne changed my concept of quality of life. It made me realize the value of constantly exploring, appreciating the outdoors, and engaging in intercultural dialogue (which I had the opportunity to do every day given that I was the foreigner!) Studying abroad has impacted me so much, that I have devoted my ..."

Tufts University