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 learned a lot about European culture and lifestyle. I learned a lot about Mozart and music history (which is my major). I learned some German phrases and how to travel a little bit in Europe. I gained a new appreciation for music in general. I learned how to be more independent."
Bethany P Berea College
"Ticos are AMAZING, beautiful people! 100% worthwhile."
A student Berea College
"I gained a new worldview and respect for other cultures. I expanded and explored my spiritual path and my own ambitions. It was worth every penny and every second. I cannot wait to return to Greece."
kimberly b Berea College
"I learned a lot about being an American, and how different we are. Some things are better in Italy, but I like some of the things we do in Kentucky. All people are the same; we can all relate to one another somehow. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Berea College
"I learned so much about the language by being completely immersed in it. I had the opportunity to speak to a large number of people and fulfilled my dream of visiting Inari Taisha, one of my favorite temples. I know I'll visit again one day and explore even more."
A student Berea College
"I learned a lot about myself rather than academically"
A student Berea College
"It was totally worthwhile. I learned that I am a direct speaker, that I am a capable person, that children (and therefore people) are all human and have the same basic drives and needs, and that the ocean is more vast than I have ever imagined. "
Shady C Berea College
"I learned to be okay if plans fell through, and that it was okay if my Spanish wasn't perfect. I could still make do and learn to be patient. "
jessiepiepie Berea College
"i learned that not every culture is the same and it was worthwhile"
Phrenck J Berea College
"I learned that in order to actually learn in another culture, you have to have an open mind and be there to learn not just to have fun. The experience was completely worthwhile and I would actually move to Salzburg if I was able."
Patric L Berea College
"Discovering how it's like to be by yourself in a foreign country."
Lorenz E Berea College
"I learned much about how my culture is similar/different from Italian culture. It was definitely worthwhile and I was able to be more well-rounded."
A student Berea College
"I learned to appreciate my surroundings here in America more and will never take for granted the English language. Also, yes. It was."
Rachel W Berea College
"I learned new perspectives from students who go to universities, the ability to sing with with people from other universities. I also learned to conduct. "
William M Western Kentucky University
"It was worthwhile. It truly was. My heart will always have a place for Austria."
Jairen R Berea College
"learned about another culture and way of life, the value of social life over business life"
jeanette.gingerich Berea College
"I learned a lot about myself. I actually missed home and valued my family more. I was so taken aback by all the beauty and in awe by constant art. I feel like this trip was extremely worthwhile to me and I am now wanting to travel more!"
A student Berea College
"How to deal with people with different culture"
Kate N Berea College
"I learned a lot about myself and how I am able to handle new experiences. I also gained some great cultural experiences. It was worth the trouble beforehand and the headaches during."
A student Berea College
"the highlight for me was the interest in the environment which Austrians show. "
Maria D Berea College
"A better understanding of Japanes culture, commonalities of people globally, and my own reactions to a "bigger" world. Absolutly."
Kate D Berea College
"I gained a much more global perspective on life/humanity. I really appreciated seeing such a clean and beautiful city; it's something I'll never forget."
A student Berea College
"I had a much more enriching personal experience rather than academic experience. The experiences you encounter when travelling abroad are priceless. "
A student Berea College
"The importance of Mozart. The importance of exploring an unknown area. It was extremely worthwhile. "
Emily F Berea College
"It was hardly worthwhile, was a nice visit but the program was so poorly put together."
A student Berea College
