At the end of the program, IES Abroad will issue a transcript in order to transfer your study abroad credit back to your college or university. The transcript will indicate each course you took, the institution where it was taken, the grade awarded and the number of credits earned. The transcript is normally issued four to six weeks after the program end date for IES Abroad courses. (Please allow an additional 3 weeks processing time for School of Record transcripts). Depending on the policies of your home school, you will receive one of these two types of transcript: IES Abroad Transcript -...

Sports & Fitness There are numerous gyms and sport clubs around Amsterdam that have flexible/short trem memberships available. The IES Abroad Amsterdam team can help advise you on the best options once you are on-site.

Most students will need to apply for a Spanish student visa prior to arriving onsite in Spain. It is your responsibility to obtain your student visa before your program starts should you need one. Processing times for a student visa can take anywhere from several weeks to a couple of months. You need a student visa before you travel to Spain if: You are a citizen of the United States You are a citizen of another country that is on Spain’s list of required visa holders. Please check with your country embassy website to verify. You do not need a student visa before you travel to Spain if: You...

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You are responsible for making your own travel arrangements to and from Arles. When making flight arrangements, please refer to the official program dates. You must arrive in Arles by 5pm on the official arrival date. There will be an IES representative at the train station between 9am and 5pm to assist and give directions to the IES Abroad Arles Center. From the train station it’s about a 25-minute walk or a quick taxi ride. There are usually bike taxis available. If you arrive after 5pm, you should call the Center Emergency number. From Marseille (Easiest Option) You have the option of...

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 day after the official arrival date you will begin your mandatory orientation. You will receive more information about specifically where and what time this orientation will take place closer to the official arrival date. During orientation, you will attend sessions about academics, housing, health and safety, and culture. You will also receive your course schedule.

You must arrive at your housing no later than 3pm on the official arrival date, and you must call the IES Abroad Center during office hours to let the staff know that you have arrived safely at your housing. If you are delayed during travel refer to your "Print Me Guide" for further instructions. You are encouraged to reserve a flight that has a mid-morning arrival to Paris, in order to have enough time to go through customs and immigration. There are multiple daily flights via numerous carriers to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) Airport or Paris Orly Airport(ORY). IES Abroad doesn't recommend one...