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We plan for the "what-ifs" so you can plan for the "where-tos."

At IES Abroad, we take a lot of pride in being the study abroad provider that has your back. From making friends to picking the right courses—and maintaining your well-being throughout—you can take a sigh of relief knowing we have you covered. 

Learn more about IES Abroad, including our students-first philosophy, academic excellence, and unparalleled health and safety policies—three things we've become known for in our 70+ year history. 

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Study Abroad

Study abroad is more than going from here to there. It’s an exhilarating challenge of academic and cultural immersion, plus a whole lot of fun. With programs in dozens of locations around the world and in a wide variety of disciplines, you're sure to find a program that best fits your study abroad goals.

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Intern Abroad

Add global brilliance to your résumé with an internship abroad. Whether you intern abroad full-time or add a part-time internship to your study abroad experience, you'll have the opportunity to work with local professionals and gain meaningful work experience.

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Why IES Abroad

Your experience abroad is all about learning and exploring - so that's what we're all about. As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing.

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Featured Destinations

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Dublin

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London

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Rome

Seoul, South Korea's cityscape at sunset. The sky is pink, and in the foreground of the city is a body of water.

Seoul

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Milan

Resources

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See How to Study Abroad
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Browse Scholarships & Aid
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Learn About the Benefits of Study Abroad
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Browse Our Identity Resources
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Latest from IES Abroad

See what it's like to study abroad in real time. Follow @IESabroad on all your favorite social media platforms for the latest videos, photos, blog posts, and updates from our students and staff around the world.

 

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“We are always told that there is a whole world out there to explore, but it’s another thing to see it with your own eyes.”
Samekh H. • University of Rochester • Tokyo - Language & Culture

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