U.S. students who travel to the Schengen Area several days before their visa start date are entering on ‘tourist days’ and are advised to exit and re-enter the Schengen Area on the start date of their program to activate their student visa. If you choose not to exit and re-enter, you are assuming the risks of overstaying your visa. Similarly, for post-program travel in the Schengen Area, U.S. students are advised to leave the Schengen Area before their visa expires. You can re-enter as a tourist for post-program travel. You are permitted to be in the Schengen Area as a tourist for up to 90...

Practical experience in the workplace is an invaluable addition to classroom learning. An internship provides vital insights into a career field, experience in the global workplace, practical exposure to the demands of specific jobs, and development of professional and personal skills. As well as developing your CV, an internship will give you the opportunity to directly experience the many cultures and people who make up the French population. Participating in the IES Internships Program offers you a unique opportunity to step outside your educational environment and experience the French at...

The American College of Greece student residence houses IES Abroad and other international students in double rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchen. Amenities You will live in a double room within a large apartment style residence hall on campus. For more information and pictures of your housing, you can view ACG's Accommodation webpage. A full shared bathroom (shower, sink, and toilet in room) A/C heating/cooling in bedroom Internet access Laundry facilities Access to a shared full kitchen and dining area (no meal plan) Fitness area located in residence complex Meals/Meal Plans This housing...

A visa is an official authorization affixed to your passport, which gives proof that you have the permission of the Ecuadorian government to enter Ecuador and study for the allotted time. U.S. CITIZENS U.S. citizens are not required to have a visa to study on this program in Ecuador, as the program is under 90 days. A visa may be required, however, if you plan on extending your stay in Ecuador beyond 90 days. Check the visa requirements with your Consulate if this applies to you. NON-U.S. CITIZENS If you will enter Ecuador on a non-U.S. passport, you may be required to obtain your student visa...

Students are required to pay a $50 fee for mandatory registration with the City of Vienna. This fee can be paid in cash, or with a debit or credit card, and is payable directly at the municipal registration office.