Annual Conference in Chicago | October 26-28, 2026

The 2026 IES Abroad Annual Conference will be held in Chicago at the Radisson Blue Aqua Hotel. 

Our Conference features a program designed to optimize learning, networking, and professional development opportunities. This will be an Annual Conference to remember and you won't want to miss it! 
 

  • Dates: October 26-28, 2026
  • Annual Conference Hotel Block: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel

Conference Registration 

Annual Conference Registration remains FREE for Consortium Members (Associate and Full Members) as a benefit of membership. Non-Consortium registration cost is $750. 

Registration for the Annual Conference opens Spring 2026. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Annual Conference team at annualconference@iesabroad.org


What's Included in Your Registration

  • Welcome Dinner at an iconic Chicago venue! Details forthcoming
  • A ticket to the 12th Annual Study Abroad Film Festival
  • Experience Chicago through DiscoverIES Cultural Tours
  • Critically-acclaimed plenary speakers
  • Dozens of sessions with thought leaders discussing key topics in the field
MAK Museum Dinner
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Annual Conference Guests
Annual Conference Expo