Beginning Wednesday, July 1 at 8:30 a.m. Central Time, you will not be able to log in or create an account while we transition to our new student portal. Access is expected to be restored by the end of the day on Monday, July 6.

If you have started any forms in your MyIESabroad student portal, please complete and submit them by end of day Tuesday, June 30. Submitted forms will carry over automatically. Any forms that are started but not submitted by June 30 will not transfer—but don't worry, you'll still have access to the same forms in the new portal on July 6.

For more details, please review our student system upgrade information. Want a heads-up when the new portal is live? Fill out our interest form. Thank you for your patience during this transition. We're excited to welcome you into the new portal and continue supporting you every step of the way.

Study Abroad with IES Abroad

There's a reason Vanderbilt University is among the 275 U.S. colleges and universities that partner with IES Abroad.

You might hear that it's our 75+ years of study abroad expertise. Or that we've been named a Top Study Abroad Organization based on student reviews. Or even that we offer 140+ programs in 30 locations around the world and $7.9+ million in aid. All of which would be true. But there's one thing that shines through everything we do, and that's our unwavering commitment to you. 

At IES Abroad, everything we do is about our students—from one-on-one predeparture advising to programming that is designed with your academic and personal goals in mind. Plus, Vanderbilt students with financial need are eligible to receive a $1,000 grant with an additional, short financial aid application. 

As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing. 

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Our Partnership
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Our Partnership

Vanderbilt University partners with IES Abroad on several semester and summer programs. These programs have been selected and approved by Vanderbilt so that students can incorporate a study abroad experience into their degree progress. We encourage you to discuss your interest in education abroad with your Study Abroad Advisor.

Getting Started
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Getting Started

Vanderbilt students interested in an IES Abroad program will apply through both the Vanderbilt application and through IES Abroad. You should apply to IES Abroad after you submit the Vanderbilt application.

Scholarships & Aid
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Scholarships & Aid

Vanderbilt students with financial need are eligible to receive a $1000 grant with an additional, short financial aid application.

Contact Your IES Abroad College Relations Manager

Because every campus is different, your College Relations Manager knows the policies and procedures at Vanderbilt University, and will provide assistance based on your individual, unique needs.  

Curious about a specific program? Have questions about the application? Don't hesitate to reach out! 

Once you apply to a program, your College Relations Manager will connect you with your personal Advisor who can assist with all things predeparture: understanding your visa process, preregistering for classes, learning about your housing options, and more. 

Starting now until you return home, we're here to support you every step of the way. 

“Choosing to go to this program was the best decision I could've made!! The classes I took were super intriguing, the professors were super supportive, and the arranged field trips were so fun and financially incredible.”

Ana Gonzalez • IES Abroad Milan

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Charlie D. • Indiana University • Milan

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Latest from IES Abroad

See what it's like to study abroad in real time. Follow @IESabroad on all your favorite social media platforms for the latest videos, photos, blog posts, and updates from our students and staff around the world.

 
“IES Abroad is a program that will completely change your life for the better if you let it. I was terrified to go abroad, but the support and help that I got from the IES Abroad staff and my host family helped me take advantage of the experience and helped me grow so much as an individual.”

Christine G. • Milan

This Is the Start of Your Greatest Adventure

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