The message below sent was to Fall 2022 Emerging Economies Program applicants, their parents, and their schools.
Dear Santiago Applicants,
IES Abroad is sending you this very important message regarding the IES Abroad Fall 2022 Emerging Economies program.
Due to low enrollment, we have made the difficult decision to suspend the IES Abroad Fall 2022 Emerging Economies program. We share in your disappointment that it will not be possible to study in Santiago for the upcoming semester with IES Abroad. We know you have put a great deal of thought into your program choice, and we are sorry that we will be unable to offer the program. We know this is a challenging time, but we remain ready to continue working with you to make study abroad a reality for you in the near future.
What's Next?
We hope you will still have the opportunity to study abroad with us in Fall 2022 or in the future. As you consider your options, we'd like to highlight the following possibilities:
Switch Your Application to Another Fall 2022 Program
We are excited to share that we are still offering the following programs abroad this fall. We have been monitoring student mobility and on-site restrictions at all of our program locations, and we are optimistic that we will be able to welcome students to these locations. We hope that one of these programs will be of interest to you:
**If you are interested in one of these programs, please note that you must currently hold a valid passport and will likely need to apply independently for your visa. Travel plans over the summer may complicate visa processes as well. If you are interested in one of these programs, please let us know ASAP.
If you are interested in switching your application to one of these programs, please submit this form with your new program information by Wednesday, May 25, and we'll switch your application.
Defer Your Application to a Future Term
Right now, we are accepting applications for the Fall 2022, and Spring 2023 terms. To defer your application to a future term, complete this form to let us know which term and program you would like to switch to. We would also be happy to answer any questions you have - you can respond to this message or call or email us at 800.995.2300 or study@IESabroad.org.
For any future study abroad applications, it is important that you consult your home school study abroad office before making any decisions.
Be sure to consult your home school study abroad office before making any decisions about fall study abroad program applications. We are happy to speak with you about these options and how they may work for you, but it's important to ensure that your new program falls within your school's requirements and policies
You will receive confirmation soon that your application has been cancelled for Fall 2022. If you decide that right now you don’t plan to pursue another program with us, no further action from you is required. If you have already paid a confirmation deposit to IES Abroad, that will also be refunded. You can find more information about our Fall 22 refund policy on our website.
If you’re interested in another program with IES Abroad, either for Fall 2022 or a future term, please complete this form^* or email us at study@IESabroad.org and we will update your application. Please consult your home school study abroad office before making any decisions about program applications or enrollment.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at 800.995.2300 or study@IESabroad.org and we’ll be here to help with any questions.