Kentucky Institute for International Studies / KIIS
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Kentucky Institute for International Studies / KIIS is a program provider offering 17 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 15 countries such as Turkey, Italy, China, and Austria.
The Kentucky Institute for International Studies (KIIS) is a non-profit consortium of colleges and universities.
Since 1975, KIIS has provided international educational experiences in Europe, Asia, Africa, Canada, and Latin America for over 9000 participants.
KIIS currently offers 24 summer and 4 semester study-abroad programs in Argentina, Austria-Bregenz, Berlin, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Greece, Istanbul, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Munich, Paris, Prague, Quebec, Salzburg, Slavic Europe (Poland/Ukraine), Spain, and Tanzania.
KIIS also coordinates professional development programs for health care workers, law enforcement, seminarians, social workers, and teachers.
KIIS is recognized as a leader in international education and is one of the most cost-effective study abroad organizations in the United States. We strive to provide the widest range of students and faculty from across the academic spectrum with a life-changing international experience.
KIIS has four primary objectives:
- to establish high-quality, low-cost, academically sound study abroad programs for students
- to provide faculty from member institutions a means for professional growth
- to create language and culture programs for professionals and develop links with their counterparts in foreign countries
- to promote the study of foreign languages.
KIIS also seeks to develop new opportunities for international experiences which meet the needs of students, faculty, academic institutions, and community organizations, always taking into consideration the changing times and shifting demands of a global society.
Visit https://www.kiis.org/ for detailed program information.
Study Abroad with Kentucky Institute for International Studies / KIIS
"I gained experience abroad that challenged me to get out of my comfort zone. I learned that I am capable of traveling afar and can be more confident than I thought. "
Brianna Halliwell Berea College
"I learned a lot about the history of Mexico and how the ancient culture is integrated into modern society. "
Julia Roberts Berea College
"I'm happy this was my last time being abroad with a college. Some moments were worthwhile."
Ricara Moorman Berea College
"I learn a lot about the food in Munich and Paris."
A student Berea College
"I gained knowledge on the culture of spain and the differences in how community works. It was honestly a different way of life and I appreciated how well the host family integrated us in there home. I also loved the free time we was given to explore on our own. "
Lawren Brinley Berea College
"Learned about another culture, their health system and so much more!"
A student Berea College
"Make do with what you have. Maximize your resources to bring about good outcomes. It was worthwhile."
A student Berea College
"I've learned from traveling abroad of the immense potential of growth that exposure to foreign environments offers on every level of one’s personality. My time traveling domestically and abroad has helped shape me into the sort of determined, inquisitive, and empathetic person that I have become. Rarely, with such experiences, a..."
Elijah Nicholson-Messmer Berea College
"I learn a lot about Paris and its culture, as well as learning many things from my courses and tying those things back to France and Paris in particular. It was so worth-while!"
A student Berea College
"I gained culture knowledge, fashion sense, confidence and some language skills in Japanese. Yes, the experience was worth every single penny!"
Ericah Martinez Berea College
"I learned to be patient. It was worth it."
Christopher Malpartida Berea College
"Yes it was worthwhile. I had never been abroad so I got to see a new culture. "
Melanie Andres Berea College
"I feel so much more confident in myself and my abilities now that I have been abroad. I didn't have anyone I was close to when I went, so i had to do a lot of things without the support of close friends or family. I wouldn't change that for anything."
Sophie Dunham Berea College
"I learned how small humanity is in the grand scheme of things. We are so small in the world, yet we think that we are the biggest thing out there and our problems need to be the biggest thing. "
Arlee Dailey Berea College
"I learned to be culturally aware and accepting. I learned to never get frustrated with foreigners just because they do not speak my language. "
A student Berea College
"I learn many things from the classes but it put into perspective how big the world is and how much I want to continue to travel and see the world. "
Bryce Zachery Berea College
"It helped me be able to navigate in a foreign country, and I got more Art History experience and thats good because its my major. "
A student Berea College
"Yes it was worthwhile and I learned that you learn more than you ever could if you get stranded in a place and have to figure your way out "
Ashvanika Dodwani Berea College
"I learned how the other parts of the world communicate and how they take care of the Earth. It was definitely worthwhile; it's made me want to travel and see everything. I gained a interest in environmental health and I realized how important it is to recycle and reduce our water usage. "
Tanicia Neal Berea College
"I gained a sense of respect for another culture and got to learn about some of the oldest and most important art in history."
Matthew Wilburn Berea College
"I learned so many unique nursing skills due to the lack of resources in this particular country. The things I got to witness and observe at the hospitals are memories I will cherish forever. This program was so worthwhile!"
A student Berea College
"I think everyone should go abroad at least once in their life. I think this type of program is perfect for a first time going abroad"
A student Berea College
"I learned a lot about the places I went to, but I also learned a lot about who I am as a person. I would say that makes it worthwhile."
Victorya Willis Berea College
"I gained insight and a passion to study abroad. Nothing could have replaced that experience. "
Emma Barnes Berea College
"I learned to expect/embrace the unexpected. No matter how well you have something planned out in your head; things don't always go according to plan, but that's okay. Sometimes you'll have the most fun when you deviate from the plan."
A student Berea College
