Welcome to the World of IES Global
We're In Good Company
For 75 years, IES Global has been offering life-changing study abroad and internship experiences for college-aged students from around the globe. As a long trusted and respected not-for-profit organization, our expertise has been forged through decades of commitment to education, access, and support.
IES Abroad
IES Abroad specializes in delivering immersive study abroad programs to university students at our teaching centers located in 30+ cities around the world.
Customized & Faculty-Led Programs
Our Customized & Faculty-Led programs offer tailored international education experiences that align perfectly with your university needs and academic goals.
IES Internships
IES Internships provides students with invaluable international work experience, preparing the next generation for global careers.
Study Abroad Foundation
The Study Abroad Foundation (SAF) provides direct enrollment opportunities at prominent, primarily English-speaking universities.
The IES Global Difference
For nearly 75 years, IES Global has been offering life-changing study abroad and internship experiences for college-aged students from around the globe. As a long trusted and respected not-for-profit organization, our expertise has been forged through decades of commitment to education, inclusivity, and support.
Expand Access to Global Education
In an increasingly globalized world, the demand for quality international education continues to grow. As a leading third-party study abroad provider, IES Global offers students and universities the opportunity to access a broad range of programs through a single partner.
Scalability & Diversity
Partnering with IES Global allows universities to scale their international programs. With our extensive network of 500+ university partners and the resources of 30+ Centers around the world, institutions can offer a wide variety of destinations and study and internship options to their students.
Quality & Expertise
Our decades of experience in global education ensure that every program meets the highest standards of academic quality and safety. With fully staffed teams located around the globe, we bring expertise in logistics, program development, advising, and student support, allowing schools and students to focus on their core academic mission while we handle the complexities of study abroad programming.
Customized Solutions
IES Global stands out in its ability to offer customized solutions that align with the unique goals and curriculum of each partner institution. From faculty-led programs to specialized internships, our offerings are designed to integrate seamlessly with your academic framework, providing added value to universities' existing curricula.
Global Network & Support
Partnering with IES Global means access to a vast array of international connections, including universities, organizations, communities, and internships partners, as well as our local on-the-ground Centers in many locations. IES Global Centers, each managed by a team of our dedicated staff, serve as hubs for students, faculty, and university partners, creating a safe, enriching, and authentic experience for every student.
What We Offer
Academic Excellence
Our goal is simple: to provide the highest quality, most academically rigorous study abroad experiences in the world. The academic options we offer allow students to create their own program that best suits their academic and personal goals.
Health & Safety
One of the greatest benefits of partnering with us is knowing that the health and safety of your students is our highest priority. Our health, safety, and crisis management plans helped set the standard for the entire study abroad field. This is what we’re known for—in fact we wrote a whole book about it.
75 Years of Experience
We know study abroad. We should—we've been doing it for 75 years! A not-for-profit organization with staff around the world, we are dedicated to serving as your trusted study abroad and internship partner.
Advising & Support
We are ready to provide you and your students with the support you need when you need it. Because every campus is different, your IES Global representative will learn the policies and procedures at your university to ensure study abroad experience is an integral part of the student’s degree program.
IES Global by the Numbers
75
Years of Experience
#1
Top-rated study abroad organization
190K+
Study abroad students and alumni
