Study Abroad with IES Abroad
Pro-Tip: Apply For Your Passport Today
Getting your passport is a crucial step for studying abroad and the reality is that COVID-19 has delayed processing times. The U.S. State Department has announced that it can take an average of up to 18 weeks—aka 4.5 months!—to process a passport. Learn more about getting your passport as soon as you can, and hop to it.
Student health & safety is our #1 priority—it always has been and always will be.
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"I think it may be impossible to express just how alive seeing a new part of the world for the first time makes me feel."

We firmly believe that financial limitations should not prevent a qualified student from studying abroad. This is why we commit more than $6 million to our study abroad scholarships and aid.

Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. From our predeparture advising to our study abroad and internship programs around the world, we’re committed to providing you with the educational adventure of a lifetime.

With 70 years of experience, we are proud to set the standard for health and safety in study abroad. Our Chicago-based and on-site staff are all highly trained and experienced in the matters of health, safety, and crisis management. We are here for you from predeparture to your return, and are ready to support you—no matter what time zone you’re in.