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Summer Programs & Program Evaluation Dates

As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to cautiously assess how we can deliver safe, quality programming for this summer. Here, you'll find a list of the programs we plan to run for Summer 2021 alongside the dates in which we will pause to review whether or not that program can run. Our advice is to apply for the program you want to attend and always have a backup plan just in case you need it.

We have also noted if the program will be modified in any way for health- and safety-related purposes, such as limited travel or no homestays. Learn more about our health and safety protocols and how we’re preparing for students to be on-site.

While study abroad in Summer 2021 will inevitably look different than before, it is still a dream worth chasing. Contact us with any questions at any time.

IES Abroad Program Evaluation Dates

To bring more structure into such a flexible time, we've set an Evaluation Date for each program in which we will pause to review the likelihood of whether or not that program can run.

Program Evaluation Dates are listed next to each program below. If the decision to suspend a program is made, students will be notified by this date along with possible programming alternates. If the decision is made to continue with our plans to run that program, students will also be notified, and we will continue on-going assessment of the feasibility of the program as we prepare for the summer term. Please know that while these dates help you anticipate a more concrete timeline, details for Summer 2021 can change at any time.

As always, our standards for health and safety and our commitment to do right by our students guide us through this decision-making process.

Summer 2021 Programs

We're cautiously optimistic for Summer 2021 study abroad, and won't leave you waiting until the last minute to know if your program is going to run. We know how important it is to plan ahead. Explore the programs that are running this summer alongside the dates in which we will make a decision. If you don't see a specific program listed here, see the suspended list below.

Barcelona, Spain
  • Barcelona Summer - Language & Area Studies
    • Decided to run for Summer 2021 We have determined that this program can run for Summer 2021. We will continue to review on-the-ground conditions and travel regulations as the start date approaches.
London, England
  • London Summer - UK Today
    • Decided to run for Summer 2021 We have determined that this program can run for Summer 2021. We will continue to review on-the-ground conditions and travel regulations as the start date approaches.
  • London Summer Direct Enrollment – University College London (Session I)
    • Decided to run for Summer 2021 We have determined that this program can run for Summer 2021. We will continue to review on-the-ground conditions and travel regulations as the start date approaches.
    Virtual
    • Virtual Internship
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    Virtual Internship Program

    At IES Abroad, we’ve been offering quality, part-time internships for nearly 60 years and full-time internships with the introduction of IES Internships in 2013. You could kinda say we’re experts…and now, we’re bringing the internships to you with our Virtual Internship Program.

    Learn more

    Suspended Programs

    We have made the difficult decision to suspend the following programs for the Summer 2021 term. We invite you to consider the possible alternates listed and the programs above that we plan to run this summer.

    Argentina
    • Buenos Aires Summer - Language & Argentine Studies
    Australia

      • Sydney Summer - Society, Sport & Leadership

      Austria

       

      Austria
      Chile
      China
      Ecuador
      • Quito Summer - Environmental Studies
      England
      France
      • Arles Summer - Study in Provence
      • Nice Summer - Multiculturalism & Immigration in the Mediterranean
      • Paris Summer - Marketing
      • Paris Summer - Language Immersion
      Germany

        • Berlin Summer - Language & Culture

        • Berlin Summer - Metropolitan & Urban Studies
        Ireland
        • Dublin Summer - Intensive Acting
        • Dublin Summer - Irish Studies
        Italy
        • Rome Summer - Language & Culture
        • Siena Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany
        Japan
        • Nagoya Summer - Language & Culture
        • Tokyo Summer
        Multi-Location
        Netherlands
        • Amsterdam Summer - Society, Culture & Gender in Amsterdam
        New Zealand
        • Auckland Summer Direct Enrollment – University of Auckland Film Production
        South Africa
        Spain
        • Barcelona Summer - Internship
        • Madrid Summer
        • Salamanca Summer - Language & Culture (Session I)
        • Salamanca Summer - Language & Culture (Session II)


        Flexibility Is the Name of the Game

        Please know that the details for Summer 2021 can change at any time, whether that be in response to travel regulations, a change in your university's decisions, or another one of the moving pieces. We advise you to have a backup plan to study abroad and familiarize yourself with your home college/university policies and procedures in this unique time.

        While we know that uncertainty can be uncomfortable, we hope you choose to give yourself the chance of going abroad and rest assured we'll be in communication throughout this process and will always keep your best interest at heart.

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        Questions?

        We'd love to chat! It's usually best to hop on a call to talk through the specifics of how our programs can work for you and your needs. That's why we have a dedicated College Relations Manager for your college/university.

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