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Why choose AIFS Abroad?
Founded in 1964 with the purpose of providing the highest quality educational and cultural exchange programs that enhance the lives of young people throughout the world, the American Institute for Foreign Study has helped more than a million students realize their dreams of studying abroad, developing international skills, and cultivating global perspectives. AIFS is one of the largest, most disti...
Founded in 1964 with the purpose of providing the highest quality educational and cultural exchange programs that enhance the lives of young people throughout the world, the American Institute for Foreign Study has helped more than a million students realize their dreams of studying abroad, developing international skills, and cultivating global perspectives. AIFS is one of the largest, most distinguished, and most respected cultural organizations in the world. AIFS is a leading provider of study abroad programs with comprehensive fees, including tuition and housing, with USD 800,000 in scholarship and grant funding available each year. Our programs include meal plans, tours and excursions, insurance, and 24-hour emergency service. Aside from academic programs abroad, we offer au pair plac...
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AIFS Costa Rica
July 09, 2025by: Margaret Middaugh - United StatesProgram: AIFS Abroad in San José, Costa Rica: SemesterAIFS made my study abroad experience absolutely incredible; they were well organized and had a great team both during the application process and on site. I thought the excursions were well organized and scheduled thoughtfully to help us see and do the most, and everything ran smoothly. I loved having the office just down the street from the school, and I knew someone would be there for anything I needed. They made the entire process feel so much less stressful and I was really able to just relax and soak it all in because of how well they took care of everything. I would recommend AIFS for anyone planning to study abroad!
Wonderful time in Berlin!
June 28, 2025by: Chloe Bowman - United StatesProgram: AIFS Abroad in Berlin, Germany (FUB): SemesterI really enjoyed my semester abroad in Berlin with AIFS! My German language skills improved greatly, and I was able to make amazing friends and community connections through volunteering. I would love to come back to Germany after this experience; it was incredibly hard to leave.
Fun time in Berlin!
June 25, 2025by: Andrew Dawson - United StatesProgram: AIFS Abroad in Berlin, Germany (FUB): SemesterThe AIF Berlin European Studies program was an incredible experience that gave me a deeper understanding of European life and history while living in one of the most exciting cities in the world. Nele made everything run smoothly and created a welcoming environment where it was easy to thrive and feel supported. I’m really grateful for how much I got out of the program, and I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a meaningful and memorable semester abroad.
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Andrea Rieth
Participated in 2013
Andrea is a senior at Christopher Newport University majoring in economics. She studied abroad in Limerick, Ireland in Fall of 2013 with AIFS. She als...

Andrea Rieth
Participated in 2013
I am lucky enough to have had some experience abroad before college and I knew that I really wanted some more. I wanted to go to an interesting place where I would be surrounded by people who grew up on a different continent and gain some sort of meaningful first-hand experience.

Taylor Cline
Participated in 2013
Taylor is a Spokane, WA native who will be graduating from Seattle Pacific University with a BA in Psychology in June 2015. She is itching to travel a...

Taylor Cline
Participated in 2013
An international program while I was in college was always a priority for me, because I saw it as a way to broaden my horizons and challenge my perceptions while also allowing me to see some amazing parts of the world. I was also interested in a change of scenery and meeting new people from all over the country and the world.

Emily Cole
Participated in 2014
Emily is from a small town in Arkansas. She is currently studying creative writing and art history at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. She ...

Emily Cole
Participated in 2014
I've always been interested in other cultures and the teaching styles in different countries, so it only seemed appropriate to go abroad.
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Founded in 1964 with the purpose of providing the highest quality educational and cultural exchange programs that enhance the lives of young people throughout the world, the American Institute for Foreign Study has helped more than a million students realize their dreams of studying abroad, developing international skills, and cultivating global perspectives. AIFS is one of the largest, most distinguished, and most respected cultural organizations in the world. AIFS is a leading provider of study abroad programs with comprehensive fees, including tuition and housing, with USD 800,000 in scholarship and grant funding available each year. Our programs include meal plans, tours and excursions, insurance, and 24-hour emergency service. Aside from academic programs abroad, we offer au pair plac...

AIFS Abroad

AIFS Abroad
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Founded in 1964 with the purpose of providing the highest quality educational and cultural exchange programs that enhance the lives of young people throughout the world, the American Institute for Foreign Study has helped more than a million students realize their dreams of studying abroad, developing international skills, and cultivating global perspectives. AIFS is one of the largest, most distinguished, and most respected cultural organizations in the world. AIFS is a leading provider of study abroad programs with comprehensive fees, including tuition and housing, with USD 800,000 in scholarship and grant funding available each year. Our programs include meal plans, tours and excursions, insurance, and 24-hour emergency service. Aside from academic programs abroad, we offer au pair plac...
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