Early Departure Policy Early departures are not permitted unless warranted by a documented medical or family emergency and approved by IES Abroad. It is not possible to reschedule a final exam or final paper deadline in order to accommodate early departure for personal travel, including plans to attend events such as a friend or relative's wedding, a family reunion, or a graduation ceremony. Plan ahead and make sure our program dates do not conflict with your personal plans before you confirm your place in the program.

You may depart at any time on the official departure date. There will be no IES Abroad courses or exams scheduled on this date. You must move out of your housing accommodation on the departure date. If you enroll in partner university courses, you are required to complete partner university exams before departure and depart IES Abroad housing the following day. Partner University Course Dates Partner university courses currently do not have a final exam date and some exams might take place after the official departure date. Because no modifications or early exams are allowed, we encourage you...

Internet-based communication is an easy and free way to maintain contact with family and friends back home and abroad. Check out: Whatsapp for audio calling and messaging Zoom for free internet-based audio and video calling LINE for free voice calls and messages Facetime Google Meet WeChat for audio calling and messaging (primarily used in China) Even if you purchase a basic cell phone abroad, you can use your smartphone's Internet-based communications when you are connected to WiFi. Be sure to check with your cellular provider to ensure that you may access the Internet on your phone without...

Our long-standing commitment to student safety means we work very hard to establish and maintain avenues of communication and information tracking between students and staff. Cell Phones & TripTracker™ We require you to have a cell phone during your time abroad to encourage and simplify communications with both the IES Abroad Center and your parents in the event of an emergency. You will be required to provide your Center with your cell phone number and to keep your phone turned on and charged at all times for the duration of your program. You are also required to submit an electronic...

In Transit/Flight Delay Complete Travel Delay Form (link can also be obtained through Print Me) If you have an issue other than a travel delay while in transit, please contact your IES Abroad Advisor at: 800.995.2300 or 312.944.1750 (during business hours) 603.691.5395 (outside of business hours)

Academics Course Pre-registration - You will pre-register online for IES Abroad courses approximately 6-8 weeks before your program begins. Tutoring opportunities (once you arrive at your program location, tutors can be arranged for additional help in any of your classes. If you feel that a tutor would be helpful, please notify the IES Abroad center staff) Course materials - (e.g., Please note that nearly all school supplies and language books can be found easily at your center location. Your professors can also recommend local bookstores where required texts can be found.) Syllabi - A...

Important Phone Numbers Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm CST In Transit/Flight Delays: Please fill out the Travel Delay Form found in your PrintMe or contact your IES Abroad Advisor at: study@iesabroad.org 312-944-1750 (during business hours) 312-681-7911 (outside of business hours) Main IES Abroad Office (all callers, during business hours) Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm CST 800.995.2300 or 312.944.1750 (all callers, for students in the U.S. and abroad, except after-hours emergencies; calls will be appropriately routed) After-Hours Emergencies – Student & Family phone number (for...

IES Abroad Headquarters Address: 33 West Monroe Street, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL 60603-5405 Phone: 800.995.2300 or 312.944.1750 Fax: 312.944.1448 Email: info@IESabroad.org

Wait to Make Independent Travel Plans As soon as a preliminary program calendar is available (typically 6-8 weeks before the program starts), it will appear below. However, this calendar is subject to change. Please do not make independent travel arrangements (including visits from family or friends) before you arrive on-site, receive any calendar updates from the IES Abroad Center staff during orientation, and finalize your course registration. Remember that you will not be excused from academic obligations, including final exams or required IES Abroad events, in order to travel independently...

Early Arrival You may not move into your IES Abroad housing early. If you arrive before the official arrival date, you are responsible for your accommodations until the first day of the program. This also means that you cannot come to the IES Abroad Center with luggage, as there are not storage spaces. For hostel recommendations, we encourage you visit one of the many search engines online such as Hostelworld or TripAdvisor. If you're arriving early, make sure you share your accommodation arrangements with us by adding them to your Travel Itinerary Form when it becomes available in your...