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OUR MOST AFFORDABLE ROME OPTION INCLUDES RELAXED GPA REQUIREMENTS
If you’re ready to start exploring, this is the program for you! While making Rome your home, you’ll feel empowered to take a seat at the table and find your voice among other influencers. Courses and internships are designed to prepare you for your future role in local and global networks.
Ideal for students majoring in business, communications, political science, social sciences, sustainability studies, and more, this program was formerly called Influence in Society and Business.
Eager to learn with other local and international students? Check out IFSA Study in Rome Plus, which adds the option to enroll in one elective class at Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali (LUISS).
Spring
$ 14,975
Buenos Aires offers the best of big-city living with fascinating social and economic dynamics. Mix and match classes between the largest, most prestigious university in Argentina and smaller universities offering intimate experiences to reach your personal and professional goals. Enjoy world-class theater, music, film, sports, and museums, or simply people-watch while sipping coffee at a sidewalk café.
Spring
$ 16,975
Spring
Year
$ 24,675
$ 44,250
Spring
$ 15,975
Spring
Year
$ 21,975
$ 41,550
GET A HEAD START WITH OUR MOST AFFORDABLE OPTION
Graduate school and research aren’t your only options! As a major in biology, ecology, zoology, neuroscience, or another life science area, you have a wealth of amazing options. Biotech companies need savvy sales and marketing teams. Healthcare information startups need project managers. News outlets and policy think tanks need people who can translate scientific advances into real life applications.
How do you discover and prepare for these opportunities? And the many other new applications for the knowledge you’re gaining? That’s what Career Accelerator is all about.
LIFE SCIENCES WITH AN INTERNATIONAL EDGE
The life science sector thrives on global collaboration, making the international focus you get with Career Accelerator exceptionally valuable.
- Discover and compare international and U.S. opportunities.
- Build an international professional network.
- Develop intercultural competencies that enable collaboration and creativity among a diverse group of colleagues.
- Hone the skills that employers want.
LONDON: THE IDEAL LOCATION
In the heart of the world’s #1 study-abroad location, London offers science-minded students so much more than architectural icons, royal history, and multicultural richness:
- A history of scientific achievements that dates back to Darwin and Newton.
- A global reputation for funding, innovation, and international collaboration, as home of the Golden Triangle.
- A vibrant sector that tripled in size from 2000 to 2016 (still growing), known for contributions in biotech, medical research, diagnostics, digital health, and more.
- A wealth of elite research universities, many of which are IFSA partners.
EARN CREDITS, GAIN SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Along with relevant academics, this Career Accelerator program includes:
- The option to pursue a topic of your choice with directed research.
- A leadership class found only at IFSA. Earn a professional certificate from The Leadership Edge, a leading talent development firm specializing in the life sciences.
MORE OPTIONS
Check out IFSA Life Science Career Accelerator Plus, too. It’s the same amazing program, with the opportunity to enroll in a class at a London university (3.0 GPA required).
Spring
$ 15,975
Spring
$ 15,975
FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE IN SOUTH AMERICA’S VERSION OF PARIS
Whether you’re nearly fluent in Spanish or you’re completely new to the language, there’s a place for you here. Known as the Paris of South America for its combination of European charm and South American warmth, Buenos Aires is an amazing place to study finance, economics, management, political science, or international business—all taught in English. Get the perfect combination of immersion and flexibility with elective classes taught exclusively for IFSA students, and one class with Argentine peers at the Universidad del Salvador or Universidad Torcuato Di Tella. Options for directed research, internships, and volunteering help you gain insights and experience to guide your career path while you get to know the people of Buenos Aires as a fellow porteño, or port city dweller.
For more options in Argentina explore IFSA Study in Buenos Aires, IFSA Study in Buenos Aires Plus, and IFSA Study in Buenos Aires Plus: Psychology and Neuroscience.
Spring
$ 15,975
GET A HEAD START AND BE READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
No other program is designed quite like this, to help you uncover the many facets of life science and discover what appeals to you. Is it medical, biological, or chemical research? Developing tech and tools to do that research? Helping a nonprofit interpret new findings and drive public policy?
Find the answer—and get a head start on a career full of purpose with Career Accelerator.
LIFE SCIENCES WITH AN INTERNATIONAL EDGE
The life science sector thrives on global collaboration, making the international focus you get with Career Accelerator exceptionally valuable.
- Discover and compare international and U.S. opportunities.
- Build an international professional network.
- Develop intercultural competencies that enable collaboration and creativity among a diverse group of colleagues.
- Hone the skills employers want.
LONDON: THE IDEAL LOCATION
In the heart of the world’s #1 study-abroad location, London offers science-minded students so much more than architectural icons, royal history, and multicultural richness:
- A history of scientific achievements that dates back to Darwin and Newton.
- A global reputation for funding, innovation, and international collaboration, as home of the Golden Triangle.
- A vibrant sector that tripled in size from 2000 to 2016 (still growing), known for contributions in biotech, medical research, diagnostics, digital health, and more.
- A wealth of elite research universities, many of which are IFSA partners.
EARN CREDITS, GAIN SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Along with relevant academics, this Career Accelerator program includes:
- The option to pursue a topic of your choice with directed research.
- A leadership class found only at IFSA. Earn a professional certificate from The Leadership Edge, a leading talent development firm specializing in the life sciences.
- The option to enroll in a class at a London university.
MORE OPTIONS
Check out IFSA Life Sciences Career Accelerator, too. This more affordable option has a more flexible GPA requirement. It’s the same amazing program, with all classes taught by IFSA (no option for a class at a university).
Spring
$ 18,475
OUR MOST AFFORDABLE LONDON OPTION WITH RELAXED GPA REQUIREMENTS
Access the cosmopolitan city of London for a study abroad experience that includes an optional internship or directed research, providing the opportunity to gain valuable research and professional experience. This affordable program allows you to explore relevant topics in politics, economics, business, communications, life science, and social or environmental issues with London as the canvas for your studies. This program was formerly called IFSA London.
Eager to learn with other local and international students? Check out IFSA Study in London Plus, which adds the option to enroll in one elective class at a prestigious London institution.
Spring
$ 14,975
This program has been suspended for Spring 2022. Please consider another IFSA program for Spring 2022 or apply to this program for Fall 2022. Check out these Spring 2022 program alternatives.
YOUR TICKET TO ASIA’S FINANCIAL HEADQUARTERS
As China’s financial epicenter, Shanghai is a fascinating place to explore international business, economic development, marketing, finance, and more. Put theory into context with corporate visits and internships at Chinese and multi-national companies. These experiences not only give you a front row seat to this nation’s rapidly changing business environment—they also stand out on a resume.
Enhance your professional communication skills with an elective specially geared for business. Team up with a Chinese university student for a couple of hours of casual, social language practice each week.
Looking for a different focus in Shanghai? Explore IFSA Study in Shanghai: Social Sciences, IFSA Study in Shanghai: Intensive Chinese Language, and IFSA Study in Shanghai: Public Health. And for maximum flexibility, explore IFSA Study in Shanghai, with no required courses.
Spring
$ 16,575
MORE ACADEMIC OPTIONS TO MATCH YOUR AMBITIONS
Find everything you need in this inclusive London program that offers an optional internship or directed research—plus, take a class of your choosing with one of our partner universities in the city. Engage in relevant topics such as sustainability, entrepreneurship, intercultural communication, the politics of disease, plus much more. Meanwhile, live and learn in modern and bustling London. This program was formerly called IFSA London Plus.
More London Options: Check out IFSA Study in London. It's the same great program, minus the option to take a class at a local university.
Spring
$ 17,475
GET A HEAD START WITH OUR MOST AFFORDABLE OPTION
Graduate school and research aren’t your only options! As a major in biology, ecology, zoology, neuroscience, or another life science area, you have a wealth of amazing options. Biotech companies need savvy sales and marketing teams. Healthcare information startups need project managers. News outlets and policy think tanks need people who can translate scientific advances into real life applications.
How do you discover and prepare for these opportunities? And the many other new applications for the knowledge you’re gaining? That’s what Career Accelerator is all about.
LIFE SCIENCES WITH AN INTERNATIONAL EDGE
The life science sector thrives on global collaboration, making the international focus you get with Career Accelerator exceptionally valuable.
- Discover and compare international and U.S. opportunities.
- Build an international professional network.
- Develop intercultural competencies that enable collaboration and creativity among a diverse group of colleagues.
- Hone the skills that employers want.
LONDON: THE IDEAL LOCATION
In the heart of the world’s #1 study-abroad location, London offers science-minded students so much more than architectural icons, royal history, and multicultural richness:
- A history of scientific achievements that dates back to Darwin and Newton.
- A global reputation for funding, innovation, and international collaboration, as home of the Golden Triangle.
- A vibrant sector that tripled in size from 2000 to 2016 (still growing), known for contributions in biotech, medical research, diagnostics, digital health, and more.
- A wealth of elite research universities, many of which are IFSA partners.
EARN CREDITS, GAIN SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Along with relevant academics, this Career Accelerator program includes:
- The option to pursue a topic of your choice with directed research.
- A leadership class found only at IFSA. Earn a professional certificate from The Leadership Edge, a leading talent development firm specializing in the life sciences.
MORE OPTIONS
Check out IFSA Life Science Career Accelerator Plus, too. It’s the same amazing program, with the opportunity to enroll in a class at a London university (3.0 GPA required).
Spring
$ 15,975
This program has been suspended for Spring 2022. Please consider another IFSA program for Spring 2022 or apply to this program for Fall 2022. Check out these Spring 2022 program alternatives.
Explore the unique issues facing the world's largest democracy as a multi-cultural society and rising superpower. Courses span from social justice to development economics and intensive field-based and experiential opportunities such as research, internships and film making are part of the immersive experience. Improve your critical language skills by enrolling in a Hindi elective course to connect with nearly 500 million Hindi speakers globally. Plus, you will live in a homestay to become part of an Indian family's life and traditions.
Spring
$ 16,975
GET A HEAD START AND BE READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
No other program is designed quite like this, to help you uncover the many facets of life science and discover what appeals to you. Is it medical, biological, or chemical research? Developing tech and tools to do that research? Helping a nonprofit interpret new findings and drive public policy?
Find the answer—and get a head start on a career full of purpose with Career Accelerator.
LIFE SCIENCES WITH AN INTERNATIONAL EDGE
The life science sector thrives on global collaboration, making the international focus you get with Career Accelerator exceptionally valuable.
- Discover and compare international and U.S. opportunities.
- Build an international professional network.
- Develop intercultural competencies that enable collaboration and creativity among a diverse group of colleagues.
- Hone the skills employers want.
LONDON: THE IDEAL LOCATION
In the heart of the world’s #1 study-abroad location, London offers science-minded students so much more than architectural icons, royal history, and multicultural richness:
- A history of scientific achievements that dates back to Darwin and Newton.
- A global reputation for funding, innovation, and international collaboration, as home of the Golden Triangle.
- A vibrant sector that tripled in size from 2000 to 2016 (still growing), known for contributions in biotech, medical research, diagnostics, digital health, and more.
- A wealth of elite research universities, many of which are IFSA partners.
EARN CREDITS, GAIN SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Along with relevant academics, this Career Accelerator program includes:
- The option to pursue a topic of your choice with directed research.
- A leadership class found only at IFSA. Earn a professional certificate from The Leadership Edge, a leading talent development firm specializing in the life sciences.
- The option to enroll in a class at a London university.
MORE OPTIONS
Check out IFSA Life Sciences Career Accelerator, too. This more affordable option has a more flexible GPA requirement. It’s the same amazing program, with all classes taught by IFSA (no option for a class at a university).
Spring
$ 18,475
MAXIMUM CHOICE AND IMMERSION IN THE CAPITAL CITY
Learn among like-minded advocates and leaders in bustling Santiago, in the foothills of the majestic Andes Mountains. Explore a sophisticated city, emerging as a major economic and cultural center in Latin America, as you follow your penchant for business, politics, law, or social justice.
Designed so you can live like a Santiaguino, this program allows you to learn local customs from a carefully selected host family and learn alongside Chilean peers. Ideal for pre-law, political science, international relations, and business majors, with the freedom to choose classes from three of Latin America’s top universities: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile,* Universidad de Chile,* and Universidad Diego Portales. (*Some classes available in English).
Hoping to get closer to Santiago’s issues and challenges? Community-based learning opportunities make it easy to do that – and deepen your understanding of Chilean people.
Thinking ahead to life after college? Add a resume-enhancing internship or directed research for a great window into career possibilities, plus experience employers will value.
Communicating in the local language is key to cultural learning. That’s why you can also team up with a language partner for conversational practice and work with academic tutors throughout the semester.
Spring
$ 16,475
Spring
Year
$ 24,675
$ 44,250
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